Menu Close

East London: Plant Manager (Permanent) posted by Profile Personnel

East London: Plant Manager (Permanent) posted by Profile Personnel

Posted on 2025-07-15 00:00:00

Employer Profile Personnel
Category Other Motoring
Location Eastern Cape  / East London

Job Summary

Desired Experience & Qualification

Minimum of Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Mechanical / Mechatronic Engineering (BEng, BSc)

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the testing and/or development of automotive components for volume production which should cover:

Testing of automotive components in real and simulated environments.

Installing, using and troubleshooting engineering data acquisition Systems.

Analysing and reporting on data captured.

Working cross-divisionally with Quality, Production, Purchasing and Logistics.

High level of understanding of technical/engineering concepts and design processes.

Able to troubleshoot and correct problematic data acquisition systems, component faults and test systems (facilities and in-vehicle)

Ability to use data-capturing and processing software.

Project management skills

Good interpersonal skills (team and negotiating skills)

Ability to lead and operate within a team.

Innovation when faced with limitations

Problem resolution capabilities

Excellent report writing and presentation skills

High degree of computer literacy

Ability to work and complete tasks without supervision

Independently manage the plant operations in line with the strategic and annual profit plans

Manage the operations within the plant:
? Establishes goals, objectives and guidelines covering all phases of plant operations and staff activities to maintain an efficient, functional, operational and profitable plant.
? Directs, guides and motivates immediate subordinates in attainment of projected goals and objectives to increase operational efficiency.
? Establishes and enforces procedures and controls within the plant to attain projected goals and objectives.
? Supports and promotes Company Philosophies and policies to establish support and organisation within the plant.
? Makes all decisions and approvals to exercise control over vital elements of the plant organisation and formulates such decisions based upon Company policy and other pertinent data.
? Plans and forecasts plant requirements with respect to equipment, manning, materials and facilities to establish budgets for labour and materials and to complete the organizational structure by requesting reports from departmental subordinates and transcribing the information into the required forecasts and/or reports.
? Initiates and implements new methods and procedures in areas such as scrap control, manufacturing techniques and work force utilization to capitalize upon deployment of the plant facilities and to increase the efficiency of the operations by becoming familiar with related industries through meetings and seminars.
? Participates heavily in customer relations by both receiving and calling on customer representatives to promote a sound relationship and to act as liaison between them and the plant to solve problems which have or might arise.
? Recommends acquisition of capital equipment to update present equipment, to increase plant efficiency and to compensate for design and product changes.
? Recommending changes in organization classifications, compensations and/or fringe benefits for salaried and plant personnel to provide working conditions equivalent to or better than those in the area
? Reviews the job performance of each subordinate so that employee training and development maybe utilized per Company policy.

View Job  East London: Regional Finance Manager posted by Profile Personnel

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Engineering or Manufacturing/Production related degree.
Minimum 10 years experience in automotive supply industry at Management level, compulsory
Minimum 5 years experience as Plant Manager, compulsory
Proven experience in Leading People
Track record in continuous improvement
Problem solving skills
Ability to cope with stressful situations
Teamwork approach
Excellent Financial Management expertise and/or knowledge

Desired Skills:

Planning, organizing, controlling skills
Critical thinking and innovation
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Decision making/problem solving skills
Conflict handling and dispute resolutions skills
Ability to cope with stressful situations

Please forward CV and ALL supporting documentation to, *****@*****.co.za. Should you not hear from Profile Personnel within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful for the vacancy. Please note all applications will automatically be added to our database for future vacancies.

Click Go Apply to apply online!


Get Similar Job Alerts
Enter your WhatsApp number (e.g., +27740908132)
You'll receive alerts for new jobs in East London, Eastern Cape

Apply directly for this position. Please read all instructions carefully.

We do not process job applications; we simply aggregate and display job listings.

More related positions


East London: Compliance Manager posted by Bidvest Protea Coin

Co-ordinate, maintain and improve systems on SHE, ISO and firearmsCompile and maintain documentation files etc. on the above processes for the Regional...


View Job
Compliance Manager

East London: Vehicle Mechanic (Master Technician) – Fixed Term Contract posted by Abantu Staffing Solutions

OverviewResponsible for ensuring all system checks, campaign management and warranty activities are conducted in accordance with customer and company...


View Job
Vehicle Mechanic (Master Technician) – Fixed Term Contract

East London: Electrical Engineer – East London posted by Headhunters

Our manufacturing client based in East London, is looking to employ an experienced Electrical Engineer to their team.RequirementsQualification in Electrical...

View Job  Johannesburg: PHP Developer posted by Goldman Tech

View Job
Electrical Engineer – East London

East London: Fitment Technicians x3 posted by Profile Personnel

Well-established company based in East London are seeking an experienced applicant to join their dynamic team.RequirementsMust have Grade 12Relevant...


View Job
Fitment Technicians x3

East London: Field Worker posted by Signa Opportunity

About the RoleTo assess and fulfill the dreams of children between the ages of 3 and 18 years who have been positively identified with life-threatening...


View Job
Field Worker

East London: Sales Rep posted by Abantu Staffing Solutions

Main Purpose of the JobTo develop and manage an effective sales territorySuccessful implementation of Operational plans set by Business Manager and...


View Job
Sales Rep

East London: Property Administrator Supervisor posted by Flair TM

Key ResponsibilitiesBilling amp Collections OperationsOversee and streamline billing operationsManage month-end closing processes for billing...


View Job
Property Administrator Supervisor

East London: Revenue Management Controller posted by Profile Personnel

Well-established company specialises in the development leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estateJoining their team means seizing an...


View Job
Revenue Management Controller

East London: Creditors Clerk posted by Profile Personnel

Job OverviewWe are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Creditors Clerk to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for stock...


View Job
Creditors Clerk

East London: QUALIFIED MECHANIC posted by Work Africa

QUALIFIED MECHANIC EAST LONDONRequirementsTrade Qualified Mechanic Trade Test to be submitted with applicationMust be physically fit as many tasks require...


View Job
QUALIFIED MECHANIC

East London: Quantity Surveyor (East London) posted by Swift Human Resources

Position available for a Junior Quantity Surveyor based in East London.Minimum RequirementsThe individual appointed in the position of Junior QS will be...


View Job
Quantity Surveyor (East London)

East London: Property Administration Supervisor posted by Profile Personnel

We are looking for an experienced Property Administrator who will be responsible for supervising and planning the billing and collections operations.The...


View Job
Property Administration Supervisor

East London: REFRIGERATION AND AIRCON ASSISTANT TECHNICIAN (JUNIOR) posted by Work Africa

AIRCON amp REFRIGERATION ASSISTANT JUNIOR TECHNICIAN EAST LONDON Our client is looking to employ a HVAC Assistant to support their technicians in the...


View Job
REFRIGERATION AND AIRCON ASSISTANT TECHNICIAN (JUNIOR)

East London: Artisan Assistant (Permanent) posted by Profile Personnel

Job DescriptionPrimary purpose of the jobAssist with repairs and maintenance on press machinery to ensure customer and company quality standards are met....

View Job  Cape Town: Front-end developer posted by Goldman Tech

View Job
Artisan Assistant (Permanent)

East London: BUYER (costing experience) posted by Work Africa

BUYER With costing experience EAST LONDON Our client is looking for a detail-driven Buyer with strong costing experience to join their team. The ideal...


View Job
BUYER (costing experience)

East London: RETAIL MANAGER ASSISTANT posted by Work Africa

RETAIL MANAGER ASSISTANT EAST LONDON - We are looking for a proactive and customer-focused Retail Manager to support the daily operations of our clients...


View Job
RETAIL MANAGER ASSISTANT

East London: Data Capturer posted by Profile Personnel

We are seeking a detail-oriented and efficient Data Capturer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurately inputting,...


View Job
Data Capturer

East London: WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR posted by Work Africa

WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR EAST LONDON To oversee and coordinate daily warehouse activities, ensuring efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods. Maintain...


View Job
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR

East London: Finance Manager posted by Profile Personnel

Finance Manager required for a company based in East London Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the followingPrepare and review accurate...


View Job
Finance Manager

East London: Corporate Governance & Administrative Officer (2month Contract) posted by Profile Personnel

The Key Performance Areas will encompass Support and AdministrationCompletion of amongst others, form COR 39, and submission to the relevant authorities and...


View Job
Corporate Governance & Administrative Officer (2month Contract)

East London: Property Consultant / Portfolio Leasing Coordinator posted by Profile Personnel

RequirementsA completed Degree in Operations, Sales and Marketing6 Years relevant experience in the property industryPrevious experience working as a...


View Job
Property Consultant / Portfolio Leasing Coordinator

East London: Manager: Company Secretary & Legal Services posted by Profile Personnel

Qualifications and ExperienceAn LLB Degree or equivalent qualification.Admission as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of South Africa would serve as...


View Job
Manager

East London: Executive Manager: Strategy & Risk (5year contract) posted by Profile Personnel

Job DescriptionFacilitate the development of the Agency Strategic Plan for the Agency and cascade the strategic objectives into business units.Align the...


View Job
Executive Manager

East London: Branch Manager – Packaging Sector posted by BizGro

A leading packaging distributor to the FMCG market sector seeks the services of an experienced dynamic Branch Manager in East London. To be considered, you...


View Job
Branch Manager – Packaging Sector

East London: Regional Finance Manager posted by Profile Personnel

Well-established company based in East London are seeking a qualified and experienced applicant to join their dynamic team.This role involves managing...


View Job
Regional Finance Manager

Share this to someone who needs a job:
Posted in Jobs in Border-Kei, Jobs in East London, Jobs in Eastern Cape, Jobs in South Africa

More Jobs in Your Area