Senior Operations Manager
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Operations Manager to lead our manufacturing operations and drive excellence in production.
* Strategic Leadership: Lead production across multiple areas, ensuring delivery of key operational metrics in safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity.
* Site Strategy: Contribute to site strategy and annual goal setting as a member of the Site Leadership Team.
* Collaboration: Collaborate with R&D and product development teams to support new product introductions.
* Manufacturing Excellence: Champion the use of Lean and Integer Production System (IPS) tools to optimize operations.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to foster an inclusive, high-performance culture through strong people development, succession planning, and performance management. You will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with all quality, safety, and environmental regulations.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A minimum of 5 years progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations.
* A proven track record in achieving operational KPIs and leading high-performing teams.
* A strong understanding of Lean principles and manufacturing excellence tools.
* Experience in complex production environments (both made-to-stock and made-to-order).
Benefits
We offer a competitive package that includes:
* MEDICAL AID / HEALTH CARE
* PENSION FUND
* PERFORMANCE BONUS
* PAID HOLIDAYS
* PARKING