Plant Operations Manager - Plastic Manufacturing - R 1.6Mil - R1.3Mil

Hire Resolve; Brits; Sur place; ZAR 1 300 000 - 1 600 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Training & Development

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Résumé du poste

A prominent plastic manufacturing firm is urgently seeking an experienced Plant Operations Manager to join their team in Brits, North West. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or business administration and at least 5 years of hands-on management experience in plant operations. Key responsibilities include optimizing plant resources, overseeing production schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Competitive salary of R1.3 Mil to R1.6 Mil per year negotiable, along with training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Familiarity with safety, health, and environmental regulations.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement operational strategies for maximum efficiency and profitability.
• Manage and optimize plant resources to ensure smooth operation.
• Oversee daily production schedules to meet targets.

Connaissances

Team management

Analytical skills

Process improvement

Communication

Problem-solving

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business administration

Outils

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Description du poste

Overview

Hire Resolve’s client in the Plastic Manufacturing Industry is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced Plant Operations Manager to join their team in Brits, North West.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies that ensure maximum efficiency and profitability of the plant.
• Manage and optimize 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 prioritize 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 analyze 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.

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 & Blow Moulding would be advantageous
• Experience managing teams and implementing process improvements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skill
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Familiarity with safety, health, and environmental regulations and standards

Benefits

• Salary: R1.3 Mil/yr – R1.6 Mil/yr, salary negotiable
• Training & Development
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (if applicable)

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