Johannesburg: Plant General Manager posted by Liham Consulting Pty (Ltd)

Job Description

Build strong relationships with suppliers

Coordinate plant activities through planning with departmental managers to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner

Drive business development actions in both product and market opportunities in collaboration with the senior BD team in the group

Recruit, hire, and train plant staff

Review and analyze production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and operating or production problems

Develop processes to increase productivity and enhance performance

Manage the procurement of raw materials and all goods required to deliver on the targets

Qualification & Skills

Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field

10+ years of experience in plant operations or manufacturing management

Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies

Proven track record of successful plant management in a high-volume manufacturing environment preferably in Chrome/ manganese processing

Must come from Chemical, Minerals, Agriculture background

Suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not get a response within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.