Plant Manager - Manufacturing Operations

Placements24; Vereeniging; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary and bonus

Executive health, dental and vision

Long-term incentive plan

Company vehicle or allowance

Relocation assistance if applicable

Professional development and training

Significant responsibility and impact

Lead a large and dedicated team

Pension fund contribution

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Plant Manager to oversee operations at our Vereeniging facility. This on-site role demands hands-on leadership to drive safety, quality, productivity, and profitability.

You will lead a diverse team, manage budgets, and implement Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to deliver continuous improvement and operational excellence. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's (Master's preferred) in engineering or business, with 10+ years in manufacturing and 5+ in senior

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Admin, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in manufacturing operations; 5+ in senior/plant mgmt.
• Proven track record of improving efficiency, productivity, profitability.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and CI methodologies.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with budgets, resources, and complex projects.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regs.
• Experience with ERP and MES systems.
• Ability to drive organizational change.

Aufgaben

• Oversee plant operations including production, maintenance, quality, and safety.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to meet targets.
• Manage the plant budget and optimize costs.
• Lead and mentor the workforce for high performance.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards.
• Drive continuous improvement via Lean/Six Sigma.
• Oversee capital expenditure and upgrades.
• Monitor performance metrics and take corrective actions.
• Foster safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Budgeting

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

ERP

MES

Communication

Team Development

Strategic Planning

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree (asset)

Tools

ERP software

MES systems

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is a leading industrial manufacturer seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Plant Manager to oversee operations at their facility in Vereeniging . This critical leadership role is responsible for all aspects of plant production, ensuring efficiency, safety, quality, and profitability. You will lead a diverse team, manage resources effectively, and implement strategic initiatives to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership capabilities, a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, and a proven ability to manage complex operations in a demanding environment. This is an on-site position requiring dedication and a hands-on approach to managing the plant's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality control, and safety.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve production targets and business objectives.
• Manage the plant budget, controlling costs and optimizing resource allocation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the plant's workforce to ensure high performance and engagement.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies like Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee capital expenditure projects and equipment upgrades.
• Monitor plant performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence throughout the plant.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is a strong asset.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in a senior management or plant management role.
• Proven track record of success in improving plant efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, resources, and complex projects.
• Solid understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations in a manufacturing context.
• Experience in talent management and team development.
• Proficiency in relevant ERP and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Ability to make strategic decisions and drive organizational change.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive executive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous long-term incentive plan.
• Company vehicle or allowance.
• Relocation assistance if applicable.
• Professional development and leadership training opportunities.
• Significant responsibility and impact on company strategy.
• Opportunity to lead a large and dedicated team.
• Contribution to pension fund.