Site Director, Manufacturing Excellence & Safety

Firmenich Sa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 100 000 - 140 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent multinational company in South Africa is looking for a Site Director for their Midrand Plant. This role involves leading site operations, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and driving transformational changes to achieve operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in plant leadership, a Master's degree in a relevant field, and a strong background in food manufacturing or pharmaceuticals.

Benefits

Inclusive culture

Opportunities for professional growth

Commitment to sustainability

Qualifications

• 10+ years of prior plant leadership experience in food manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, or related environments.
• 8+ years' experience managing people with cross-functional leadership.
• Excellent knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the orchestration of site operations to deliver exceptional customer experience.
• Drive transformational changes in process improvement and culture.
• Manage plant operations to achieve financial and operational objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety regulations

Education

Master's degree in Chemical, Process or Management Engineering or Food Technology

Job description

A prominent multinational company in South Africa is looking for a Site Director for their Midrand Plant. This role involves leading site operations, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and driving transformational changes to achieve operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in plant leadership, a Master's degree in a relevant field, and a strong background in food manufacturing or pharmaceuticals.