Senior Operations Leader – Food Processing & Quality

Placements24; Durban; Presencial; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.600.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical plan

Retirement plan

Competitive salary

Descripción de la vacante

WhatJobs Direct is seeking an accomplished Operations Manager to lead a Durban food processing facility. This on-site role oversees production, quality, supply chain, and personnel, driving operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

You will guide the operations team, ensure safety standards (HACCP/GMP), manage budgets, and collaborate with Sales and R&D to meet business objectives. A strong leader with 7+ years in food ops is ideal.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field (Food Science, Engineering, Business).
• Master's degree preferred for advanced leadership roles.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive operations management experience in food processing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and quality systems.
• Proven ability to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent supply chain and inventory management understanding.
• Experience with financial management and budget control.
• Excellent communication with all staff and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office.

Responsabilidades

• Direct and manage day-to-day operations of the food processing plant to meet production and quality goals.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure adherence to HACCP, GMP, and industry standards.
• Lead and develop the operations team; foster safety and continuous improvement.
• Oversee inventory, supply chain logistics, and procurement of raw materials.
• Monitor production performance and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and R&D to align operations with business goals.
• Manage the plant budget and control expenditures.
• Ensure equipment maintenance and safety protocols are followed.
• Lead process improvements and implement best practices in food manufacturing.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Decision-making

Communication

Supply chain management

Budget control

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Herramientas

ERP systems

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

WhatJobs Direct is seeking an accomplished Operations Manager to lead a Durban food processing facility. This on-site role oversees production, quality, supply chain, and personnel, driving operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

You will guide the operations team, ensure safety standards (HACCP/GMP), manage budgets, and collaborate with Sales and R&D to meet business objectives. A strong leader with 7+ years in food ops is ideal.