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Operations Manager / Factory Manager
HeadhuntersJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa6 days ago
Job descriptionOversee daily operations across press shop, injection moulding, and assembly. Implement lean methodologies (5S, Kaizen, TPM, SMED, Kanban) to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. Lead cultural change initiatives to foster accountability, performance, and discipline. Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures and work instructions. Collaborate with planning, supply chain, and quality to achieve production targets (OTIF, efficiency, scrap rates, downtime). Develop and coach team leads and operators, driving problem-solving and ownership. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. Establish production dashboards, daily management boards, and reporting systems for transparency. Drive continuous improvement projects to enhance operational performance. Monitor and analyse production metrics to ensure data-driven decision-making.
Overview
Our Client in the Industrial Manufacturing Industry is seeking to employ an Operations Manager / Factory Manager to their team based in Boksburg Johannesburg.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (Diploma with extensive experience may be considered).
- 8–10 years’ experience in production or operations management within a discrete manufacturing environment (automotive, plastic moulding, or metals preferred).
- Proven ability to lead large teams through culture change and operational transformation.
- Experience in legacy manufacturing environments (advantageous).
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement systems.
- Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher preferred).
- ERP / MRP system experience (e.g., Syspro, SAP, Oracle, Infor LN).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital / visual management tools.
- Demonstrated success in implementing production KPIs and dashboards.
- Strong background in health, safety, and compliance within manufacturing.
Responsibilities
Note : Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.
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