Plant Operations Manager

Hire Resolve; Brits; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plastic manufacturing company is urgently seeking an experienced Plant Operations Manager to optimize plant resources and ensure efficiency. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years in plant operations management within the plastic manufacturing industry. Responsibilities include managing production schedules, implementing quality control, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential. This is a full-time position based in Brits, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in plant operations management in the plastic manufacturing industry.
• Experience in injection moulding would be advantageous.
• Familiarity with safety, health and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies for efficiency and profitability.
• Manage and optimise plant resources, including materials and equipment.
• Oversee the daily production schedule and ensure production targets.
• Implement quality control procedures to meet customer requirements.
• Develop and manage the plant budget, including capital expenditures.

Skills

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business administration

Job description

Job description

Overview

A leading plastic manufacturing company situated in the North West is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced Plant Operations Manager to join their team.

The successful incumbent for this position will be responsible for:

• Develop and implement operational strategies that ensure maximum efficiency and profitability of the plant.
• Manage and optimise plant resources, including materials, equipment, and personnel, to ensure the smooth and cost‑effective operation of the plant.
• Work closely with planning and raw material division to optimise plant resources.
• Oversee the daily production schedule and prioritise activities to ensure production targets are met.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures to ensure that all products meet or exceed customer requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health and environmental regulations and standards.
• Implement and maintain a preventive maintenance program to ensure that all equipment is in good working order and downtime is minimized.
• Monitor and analyse production performance data to identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and manage the plant budget, including capital expenditures, and monitor expenses to ensure compliance with budgetary constraints.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers to ensure the smooth flow of materials and finished products.

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and/or business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in plant operations management in the plastic manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including injection moulding, blow moulding, and extrusion.
• Experience in injection moulding would be advantageous.
• Experience managing teams and implementing process improvements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with safety, health and environmental regulations and standards.

You are welcome to contact either Rebecca or Nehelene on 021 551 8638 respectively.

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position.
Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Full Time

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