Head of Manufacturing

Recruiter:

Execustaff Recruiting Services

Job Ref:

JHB000259/JVDW

Date posted:

Monday, September 21, 2026

Location:

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Salary:

R1 Million

SUMMARY:
A Well know Manufacturing concern in their field is seeking a Head of Manufacturing for their P.E. facility - An individual highly skilled in Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Supply Chain Management and Management - STRONG in Operations!

Purpose:
To execute the Operations strategy on site, provide leadership and direction in the management of the Site
to enable an aligned focus to meet business requirements while maintaining legal compliance and a safe
working environment.

Educational Qualifications & Personal Attributes:
Relevant Business Degree preferably in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering
Adaptability & Flexibility
Energetic, goal driven individual with a high customer service orientation
Strategic Planning Customer insight and focus
Business Acumen to transform opportunities into bottom line impact
Change leadership
Strategic Planning
Decisiveness

Skill, Knowledge and Experience:
At least 5 years in senior management within an operational environment
Experience in ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 systems and preferably experienced an accreditation process
Advanced level of computer literacy
Ability to manage operations at a strategic level
Coaching & developing others
Exceptional teamwork
Safety Focus
Solution Generation and Problem Solving
Communication and influence
Relationship building and networking

POSITION INFO:
KPA's: Provide leadership and direction in the management of the Production, Logistics, Process Engineering, Project Management and Quality Control, including maintenance to ensure customer requirements are efficiently achieved. Responsible for the maintenance and measurement of the company SHERQ Management system. Develop and implement strategic plan initiatives for Operations. To manage all project plans for production expansion and process changes. Lead and maintain the effective people development and leadership process within Operations and to create a safe working culture. Determine and approve five-year and short term budget expenditure and capital expenditure requirements in operations and site services to ensure effective financial control. Set aligned operational goals and targets and optimise resources and processes within operations to achieve and improve targets and goals. Maintain the overall site appearance and security to improve its safety and visual while adhering to the relevant OHS and environmental legislation.

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