PLANT MANAGER

Recruiter:

Michelle Taylor Recruitment

Job Ref:

MTR-PM-1312

Date posted:

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R1.5m annual CTC

SUMMARY:
Manufacturing company situated in Germiston seeking a qualified and experienced Plant Manager to lead daily operations, drive efficiency, and oversee manufacturing processes.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day operations to meet production and cost targets Safety & Compliance, champion health, safety and evenironmental complaince. OHS-ACT knowledge. Maintain ISO standards, manage plant budget, and execute cost-reduction initiatives Lead, mentor, and develop production, engineering, and supervisory teams Identify, analyse, plan and execute all site related projects Extensive knowledge and experience in maintenance strategies and managing a maintenance team Selection Criteria: Education (NQF 6 or 7) Bachelor's Degree, B. Tech, or National Diploma in: Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering Production or Operations Management Experience & Leadership 10+ years in a Senior Leadership Position within a manufacturing environment (adhesive, coating, or packaging industry experience is highly advantageous). Systems, Quality & Safety ERP: Proven experience using SAP or a similar system. Quality: Practical working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015. HSE: Completed Health & Safety Training or qualification. Software: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint).

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