Plant Operations Manager

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Career development

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Plant Operations Manager to lead a manufacturing facility in East London. You will oversee production, safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives to achieve operational excellence.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, 6+ years in plant operations, and strong leadership to drive lean practices, cost reductions, and regulatory compliance across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in plant operations management, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proven track record of managing production processes, optimizing efficiency, and ensuring product quality.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols, environmental regulations, and operational best practices in manufacturing.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage all daily plant operations, including production, quality control, maintenance, and safety.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet demand forecasts and delivery targets efficiently.
• Oversee inventory management, raw material procurement, and finished goods distribution.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Lead, train, and motivate the plant operations team to achieve high levels of performance and productivity.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing principles, to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and diligent Plant Operations Manager to lead their manufacturing facility in East London . This role is critical for overseeing all aspects of plant operations, ensuring efficient production, maintaining high safety standards, and driving continuous improvement. You will manage production schedules, optimize resource utilization, and lead a team of manufacturing professionals to achieve operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in industrial operations, a commitment to safety and quality, and the ability to foster a productive work environment within the manufacturing hub of the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all daily plant operations, including production, quality control, maintenance, and safety.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet demand forecasts and delivery targets efficiently.
• Oversee inventory management, raw material procurement, and finished goods distribution.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Lead, train, and motivate the plant operations team to achieve high levels of performance and productivity.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing principles, to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in plant operations management, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
• Proven track record of managing production processes, optimizing efficiency, and ensuring product quality.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols, environmental regulations, and operational best practices in manufacturing.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within operations.
• A supportive and safety-focused work environment in East London .
• Potential for bonuses tied to plant efficiency and safety records.