Production Manager - Chemical Plant

Placements24; Vereeniging; Presencial; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Bonus program

Health & retirement benefits

Career growth

Relocation assistance

Leadership role

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead our chemical manufacturing operations in Vereeniging. The role demands strong leadership, deep process knowledge, and a track record of delivering safe, efficient production with quality outputs.

You will manage a multi-disciplinary team, implement production plans, and drive improvements while overseeing budgets and regulatory compliance. This senior position offers significant responsibility and growth opportunities in a vital

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
• 8+ years in chemical manufacturing with 4+ years in supervision.
• Experience managing large teams and complex production processes.
• Strong knowledge of process safety, quality systems (ISO 9001), and lean manufacturing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with budget management and financial reporting for production operations.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee day-to-day production activities, ensuring efficient and safe operations within the chemical plant.
• Develop and implement production plans and schedules to meet demand and optimize resource utilization.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of production supervisors, operators, and technicians.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, health, environmental, and quality regulations and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Manage the production budget, control operational expenses, and oversee inventory management.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem-solving

Process safety

Lean manufacturing

Budget management

Financial reporting

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Production Manager to lead their chemical manufacturing operations in Vereeniging . This senior role requires strong leadership capabilities and a deep understanding of chemical processes, operational efficiency, and team management. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of production, ensuring that output targets are met safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards, while also managing budgets and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a key leadership position offering significant responsibility and the opportunity to shape the future of a vital production facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production activities, ensuring efficient and safe operations within the chemical plant.
• Develop and implement production plans and schedules to meet demand and optimize resource utilization.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of production supervisors, operators, and technicians.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety, health, environmental, and quality regulations and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Manage the production budget, control operational expenses, and oversee inventory management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, with at least 4 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Proven ability to manage large teams and complex production processes.
• Strong understanding of process safety, quality control systems (e.g., ISO 9001), and lean manufacturing principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with budget management and financial reporting for production operations.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Executive-level health, life, and retirement benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• A challenging and rewarding leadership role in a key industrial region near Vereeniging .