Plant Operations Director

2 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Sheldon Recruitment and Selection Full time
Plant Operations Director Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Plant Operations Director to join our team at Sheldon Recruitment and Selection in Durbanville. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who want to take their career to the next level and work with a reputable company.

Salary: R550,000 - R700,000 per annum (negotiable)

Job Summary

The Plant Operations Director will be responsible for overseeing the overall operation of the plant, ensuring timely delivery of products, managing staff, and maintaining high-quality standards. Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and implementing operational strategies
  • Maintaining accurate records and reports
  • Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
  • Coordinating maintenance and repairs
Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  1. Delivering products as per production schedule by managing staff, material, and equipment
  2. Ensuring there is stock for current and future orders
  3. Signing/correcting clock sheets/resolving staff issues/minimizing overtime/applying HR policies
  4. Delegating staff instructions daily, recording incidents including root cause analysis leading to resolution
  5. Managing routine plant maintenance
  6. Taking action with plant breakdowns, staff absenteeism, power failures, technical problems, etc.
  7. Communicating continuously with all staff to ensure smooth running of plant
  8. Coordinating scheduled maintenance and monitoring the production processes
  9. Supporting team in improving quality and productivity
  10. Building good relations with preferred suppliers
  11. Staff performance reviews quarterly
  12. Preparing/control budgets
  13. General administration tasks
  14. Minimizing wastage
  15. Staff discipline and taking action when necessary
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Grade 12 certificate with a production or management-related qualification
  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar role
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Good problem-solving and analytical skills
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary package, including:

  • Annual bonuses based on performance
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Opportunities for career advancement


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