Senior Production & Operations Lead — On-Site Paarl

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Paid annual leave

Safety equipment

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Production and Operations Manager to oversee Paarl-based production facilities in the Western Cape, driving efficient, high-quality output and sustaining operational excellence. The role requires strong leadership and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a manufacturing setting.

You will develop schedules, manage resources, mentor staff, and work with maintenance to minimize downtime while maintaining safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 5-7 years in production/operations management, preferably in food or agricultural processing.
• Proven ability to lead production lines and improve efficiency.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the production process to ensure efficiency, quality, and timely delivery of products.
• Develop and implement production schedules, allocating resources effectively to meet targets.
• Oversee the operational workflow, identifying bottlenecks and implementing solutions for improvement.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, health, and environmental regulations on the production floor.
• Lead, train, and mentor production staff, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Monitor production output and quality metrics, implementing corrective actions as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management or related field

Tools

Production planning software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Production and Operations Manager to oversee Paarl-based production facilities in the Western Cape, driving efficient, high-quality output and sustaining operational excellence. The role requires strong leadership and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a manufacturing setting.

You will develop schedules, manage resources, mentor staff, and work with maintenance to minimize downtime while maintaining safety and environmental standards.