Plant Operations Manager - Germiston

Recruiter:

Michelle Taylor Recruitment

Job Ref:

NLPOM131026

Date posted:

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R1.5 Million CTC Negotiable

SUMMARY:
Seeking a Strong, Hands-on Plant Operations Manager with Fast Paced Manufacturing Experience to join a team in the Germsiton Area.

POSITION INFO:
Are you an experienced manufacturing leader ready to take charge of plant operations and drive operational excellence? Our client, a leading company in the adhesive tape manufacturing industry , is seeking an experienced and strategic Plant Operations Manager to oversee its manufacturing facility in the Germiston Area. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge, exceptional people management skills, and a passion for production efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement. 🔹 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES ✅ Oversee daily manufacturing operations, including adhesive formulation, coating, slitting, converting, and packaging. ✅ Drive production efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost control. ✅ Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, including chemical handling and coating processes. ✅ Lead, mentor, and develop production, engineering, and supervisory teams. ✅ Manage plant budgets and implement cost-reduction initiatives. ✅ Oversee maintenance strategies, preventative maintenance, and maintenance teams. ✅ Plan and execute site-related projects. 🔹 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 🎓 Qualifications: Degree, BTech, or National Diploma (NQF Level 6 or 7) in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering, Production Management, or Operations Management. 💼 Experience: At least 10 years'' experience in a senior leadership position within a manufacturing environment. Experience in adhesive, coating, or packaging manufacturing will be highly advantageous. Extensive knowledge of maintenance strategies and maintenance team management. 💻 Technical Skills: Proven experience with SAP or a similar ERP system. Practical working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015. Health and Safety training or qualification, with sound knowledge of the OHS Act. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

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