Plant Operations Manager

Join a well-established specialist manufacturing business supplying high-quality engineered goods to local and international markets. Due to a planned retirement, an exceptional opportunity exists for an experienced operations leader to work alongside the current incumbent in a structured long-term handover, ensuring a seamless transfer of operational knowledge before assuming full responsibility for the plant.

You will lead a manufacturing operation of approximately 170 employees through eight direct reports, driving productivity, operational excellence and continuous improvement while remaining highly visible on the production floor.

Minimum Requirements

• Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Degree (essential).
• Postgraduate qualification (essential).
• 10+ years' senior manufacturing leadership experience.
• Background in FMCG, food, pharmaceutical, packaging, plastics, textiles or similar manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of OEE, Theory of Constraints, Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Able to understand and communicate effectively in Afrikaans.
• Proven people leadership and labour relations experience.