Plant Operations Leader: Lean, Safety & Growth

Placements24

Kempton Park

On-site

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 in partnership with a leading Manufacturing & Production client seeks a Plant Operations Manager for our Tembisa, Gauteng facility. This senior role requires strategic leadership to drive operational excellence, safety, and product quality.

You will lead production, maintenance, and logistics; manage budgets; and guide lean and Six Sigma initiatives across cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in manufacturing operations, strong financial acumen, and a proven

Qualifications

8+ years in operations management within manufacturing.
Proven track record in large-scale plant operations and improvements.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and lean practices.
Budgeting, cost control and cross-functional leadership.
Experience with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

Oversee plant operations including production, maintenance, logistics and QA.
Develop strategic plans to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and boost productivity.
Manage the plant budget and allocate resources effectively.
Lead and develop a high‑performing operations team.
Ensure health, safety and environmental compliance and a zero‑accident culture.
Implement quality management systems to ensure product integrity.
Collaborate with sales, R&D and procurement to align objectives.
Drive continuous improvement with lean and Six Sigma initiatives.
Optimize supplier relationships and supply chain for materials.
Monitor KPIs and report plant performance to senior management.