Plant Operations Leader | Lean Excellence & Growth

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Manufacturing Operations Manager for its Mossel Bay facility in Western Cape. The role is focused on directing all plant operations, optimizing production efficiency, and driving profitability while upholding safety and environmental standards.

You will lead a high-performing team, implement lean and Six Sigma initiatives, manage the budget, and align operations with strategic corporate goals in a demanding industrial setting.

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day plant operations to ensure efficient production.
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to hit targets.
• Oversee inventory, supply chain logistics and resource allocation.
• Ensure health, safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and develop supervisors, managers and staff.
• Drive continuous improvement with lean principles.
• Manage plant budget and identify savings opportunities.
• Collaborate with senior management to align with company objectives.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Budget management

Supply chain

Team leadership

EHS compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Operations Management

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Manufacturing Operations Manager for its Mossel Bay facility in Western Cape. The role is focused on directing all plant operations, optimizing production efficiency, and driving profitability while upholding safety and environmental standards.

You will lead a high-performing team, implement lean and Six Sigma initiatives, manage the budget, and align operations with strategic corporate goals in a demanding industrial setting.