Remote Global Manufacturing Operations Lead

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Global health insurance

Remote work stipend

Professional development

Flexible hours

Autonomy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Manufacturing Operations Lead to oversee and optimize operations across global sites. You will drive efficiency, quality, and safety while leading distributed teams and ensuring standardization of processes.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with supply chain, engineering, and product development to streamline end-to-end manufacturing. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, MBA, or related field.
• 10+ years in manufacturing operations, with 5+ in senior leadership.
• Proven track record leading multi-site manufacturing improvements.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong remote leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic operational plans to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Oversee multi-site operations ensuring standardized processes and best practices.
• Lead and mentor remote operations managers and production teams.
• Drive KPIs related to production output, OEE, scrap reduction, and on-time delivery.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and other optimization programs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations across sites.
• Collaborate with supply chain, engineering, and product development teams to optimize end-to-end processes.
• Utilize data analytics and reporting tools to monitor performance and identify intervention areas.
• Manage operational budgets and ensure cost-effective resource allocation.
• Facilitate effective remote communication among distributed teams.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Remote management

Strategic planning

Data analytics

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Manufacturing Operations Lead to oversee and optimize operations across global sites. You will drive efficiency, quality, and safety while leading distributed teams and ensuring standardization of processes.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with supply chain, engineering, and product development to streamline end-to-end manufacturing. Occasional travel may be required.