Operations Manager - Manufacturing
- Somerset West, Cape Town
- Permanent
- Full-time
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a National Diploma or Degree in Production Management, Agriculture, Chemical or Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a production/manufacturing environment, preferably in food and beverage processing, chemicals, or biologicals and agricultural industries
- At least 2 years’ experience in a leadership or supervisory role
- Experience working with batch production systems and quality management processes is essential
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities
- Experience in biological/agricultural/life sciences inputs or similar technical products is advantageous
- Must have familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
- Good understanding of production planning, safety standards, and quality systems
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
- Proficient in MS Office and manufacturing ERP systems
- Overseeing all daily operations of the plant from production and manufacturing to quality control and logistics.
- Ensuring compliance with company policies, occupational health and safety standards, and relevant industry regulations.
- Driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives across production lines.
- Managing production schedules to meet customer demand and delivery deadlines.
- Collaborating with the R&D and technical teams to support new product integration and process optimization.
- Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics and implementing corrective actions where necessary.
- Leading and developing a team of supervisors, technicians, and operators; providing coaching and performance feedback.
- Managing raw material inventory, production planning, and waste reduction initiatives.
- Developing and managing departmental budgets and cost control strategies.
- Ensuring equipment and infrastructure are maintained and serviced to avoid downtime.
- Fostering a culture of quality, safety, accountability, and teamwork.
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