Senior Operations Project Coordinator

1 month ago


Roodepoort, Gauteng, South Africa Elchemie Full time

Elchemie is in search of a dedicated Operations Project Manager with a wealth of experience exceeding 7 years in sectors such as manufacturing, food processing, chemical processing, or FMCG. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in design (Mechanical, Process, or Control systems) along with a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles across process, electrical, and mechanical domains, as well as control systems.

Key Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electronic, or Electrical Engineering.
  • Preferred additional qualifications: MBA, MEM, Operations Management, Project Management, or related business qualifications.
  • 7+ years of relevant industry experience in manufacturing, food processing, chemical processing, or FMCG sectors (5+ years in a supervisory or management role).
  • Proven experience in design within Mechanical, Process, or Control systems.
  • Desirable experience/exposure: Embedded systems, C language programming, Instrumentation, and PLCs.
  • Proficient in MS Office and MS Projects.
  • Strong understanding of process, electrical, and mechanical engineering principles and control systems.
  • Familiarity with mechanical and electrical equipment.
  • Knowledge of heat transfer principles.
  • Expertise in production methodologies and processes.
  • Experience with Quality Control in production settings.
  • Understanding of FSSC2200 & OHSA principles.
  • Skilled in change management, including the implementation and oversight of changes affecting both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Project management experience, particularly in overseeing projects involving various parties.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Accountable for the overall performance of Production, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Logistics.
  • Maintain a balance between delegation and hands-on management.
  • Contribute to the formulation of annual and long-term business strategies.
  • Forecast performance against key business indicators.
  • Develop business cases for significant activities and projects.
  • Estimate the financial and human resources necessary to meet performance objectives.
  • Assist in the creation and management of capital project budgets for plant upgrades and modifications.
  • Oversee and report on departmental performance.
  • Establish performance objectives for direct reports and ensure accountability.
  • Implement corrective actions as needed to achieve business goals.
  • Monitor compliance with organizational policies and relevant regulations.
  • Enhance principal relationships and identify opportunities for system improvements.
  • Assess individual development needs within the team.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, cost reduction, and waste minimization.
  • Provide insights into the manufacturing strategy.
  • Manage production and processing facilities and their operations.
  • Oversee raw and packaging materials and finished products.
  • Monitor capacity utilization and recommend improvements.
  • Identify inefficiencies and implement corrective measures.
  • Track overall equipment efficiency (OEE) and suggest enhancements.
  • Stay informed about legislative changes and ensure compliance.
  • Plan resources and prioritize daily operations according to production schedules.
  • Achieve production targets aligned with the production plan.
  • Optimize plant operations to achieve designated efficiencies and eliminate unaccounted losses.
  • Assemble and lead project teams for technical initiatives.
  • Implement Lean Six Sigma projects and strategies.
  • Champion process optimization and ongoing improvements.

If you have not received a response within three months of your application, please consider it unsuccessful.

Only online applications will be accepted.

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