Plant Manager - Automotive Manufacturing

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee our client’s automotive production facility in Pretoria, Gauteng. The role requires leading a diverse team, optimizing operations, and driving strategic initiatives in a hybrid model with strong on-site presence for day-to-day oversight.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in plant or senior operations management within automotive manufacturing, with deep knowledge of lean, Six Sigma, IATF 16949, and budgeting.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years of experience in plant management or senior operations management within the automotive manufacturing industry.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale production facilities and driving operational performance.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality management systems (e.g., IATF 16949).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
• Experience managing budgets and capital expenditure projects.

Aufgaben

• Oversee all plant operations, including production, quality control, maintenance, logistics, and safety.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve production targets, cost efficiencies, and quality objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of supervisors and employees.
• Manage the plant budget, controlling operational expenses and optimizing resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, implementing lean manufacturing principles and best practices.
• Collaborate with corporate headquarters and other departments on strategic initiatives and reporting.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Strategic planning

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Quality management

Budget management

People management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

MBA or advanced degree

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the automotive manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee their operations in Pretoria, Gauteng. This role is responsible for the overall management of the plant, ensuring efficient production, adherence to quality standards, and compliance with safety regulations. You will lead a diverse team, drive operational excellence, and manage budgets and resources effectively. The position offers a hybrid work model, requiring a strong presence on-site for operational oversight while allowing for remote flexibility for strategic planning and reporting. This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to shape the future of automotive production and contribute to the company's success in a key industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all plant operations, including production, quality control, maintenance, logistics, and safety.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve production targets, cost efficiencies, and quality objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of supervisors and employees.
• Manage the plant budget, controlling operational expenses and optimizing resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, implementing lean manufacturing principles and best practices.
• Collaborate with corporate headquarters and other departments on strategic initiatives and reporting.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• An MBA or advanced degree is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in plant management or senior operations management within the automotive manufacturing industry.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale production facilities and driving operational performance.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality management systems (e.g., IATF 16949).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
• Experience managing budgets and capital expenditure projects.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, with significant on-site presence required in Pretoria.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive bonus program tied to plant performance.
• Excellent health insurance, life assurance, and retirement fund benefits.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development, leadership training, and executive education.
• Exposure to advanced automotive manufacturing technologies and global best practices.
• A dynamic work environment with significant responsibility and impact.
• Career advancement opportunities within a leading automotive group.