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Plant Manager

Recruitment Matters Africa (Pvt) Ltd, Manufacturing, South Africa

Our client, a leading company in the manufacturing industry, is looking for an experienced Plant Manager to join their team at the Sasolburg facility in South Africa. The company prides itself on its commitment to operational excellence, safety compliance, and efficiency in line with business objectives. With a strong focus on fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, our client values individuals who can lead high-performing teams and drive innovation in plant operations.

As the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing daily plant operations to ensure production targets are met efficiently and safely. You will play a key role in implementing best practices in manufacturing, quality control, and process optimization. Leading a team of dedicated professionals, you will drive maintenance programs to minimize downtime, enhance equipment reliability, and manage plant budgets effectively to maximize profitability. Collaboration with cross-functional teams such as supply chain, engineering, and quality assurance will be essential to achieve operational success.

The ideal candidate for this position should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical) or a related field with a minimum of 8-10 years of experience in plant management within the fertilizer, chemical, or manufacturing industry. Strong leadership skills coupled with excellent problem-solving abilities are crucial for driving continuous improvement initiatives and implementing lean manufacturing principles. If you have a proven track record of improving plant performance through strategic planning, cost management, and process optimization while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations within an industrial setting – we invite you to apply for this challenging yet rewarding opportunity as our Plant Manager.

If you are passionate about making a difference in plant operations by leading high-performing teams towards operational excellence and innovation – this role is perfect for you. Join us in our mission to uphold the highest standards of safety compliance while driving efficiency and profitability through effective resource allocation and process improvements. Apply now if you are ready to take your career in plant management to the next level!

Key Job Requirements:
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in plant management
  • Experience in the fertilizer, chemical, or manufacturing industry
  • Proven track record of leading teams
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemical, Mechanical, or related field
  • Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations
  • Proficiency in production planning
Key Job Responsibilities:
  • Oversee daily plant operations to meet production targets
  • Lead high-performing team for continuous improvement
  • Manage plant budgets and resource allocation
  • Analyze production data for process improvement
Skills:
  • Leadership abilities
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Communication skills
  • Stakeholder management
  • Continuous improvement

Seniority Level: Senior Level

Job Functions: Operations

  • Manufacturing
  • Quality Control

Industries : Manufacturing

  • Chemical
  • Fertilizer

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