Senior Production Operations Leader – Chemicals

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Provident fund

Relocation assistance

Career development

Pension scheme

Wellness program

Career progression

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is partnering with a leading chemical manufacturer in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, to recruit a Production Operations Manager. The role oversees production facilities, drives safety, efficiency and high-quality output while managing budgets and leading a production team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical manufacturing operations, proven leadership capabilities and a track record of continuous improvement initiatives.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in production/operations management within the chemical manufacturing industry.
• Proven track record in managing complex production processes and teams.
• Strong knowledge of chemical manufacturing principles, safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Manage day-to-day production activities to meet output targets safely and efficiently.
• Develop and implement production strategies to optimize efficiency, reduce waste and improve quality.
• Lead, mentor and develop the production team with a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Oversee scheduling, resource allocation and inventory management for timely delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations within the facility.
• Monitor KPIs, analyze data and take corrective actions to close performance gaps.
• Manage the production budget, control costs and drive profitability.
• Collaborate with quality control, maintenance and supply chain for smooth operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements and technological upgrades.

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is partnering with a leading chemical manufacturer in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, to recruit a Production Operations Manager. The role oversees production facilities, drives safety, efficiency and high-quality output while managing budgets and leading a production team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical manufacturing operations, proven leadership capabilities and a track record of continuous improvement initiatives.