Operational Manager

3 days ago


Blackheath, South Africa Exactocraft Full time

**We’re Hiring: Operational Manager - Plastic Injection & Blow Moulding | Full-Time | Manufacturing Plant (24/7 Operations)**

Are you a dynamic, driven and qualified engineer ready to take on a leadership role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We’re looking for a talented **Operational Manager** to oversee all operations at our **24-hour plastic injection and blow moulding plant**.

**Location**: Blackheath, Cape Town

**Work Type**: Full-time

**Experience**: 5-8 years in manufacturing operations

**Qualification**: Engineering degree/diploma required

**About the Role**:
As the **Operational Manager**, you will play a critical role in leading day-to-day plant operations, driving efficiencies, managing teams, and executing strategic projects.

You will be responsible for:

- Managing the full operational cycle of our 24-hour production facility
- Ensuring production efficiency, quality control, and health & safety compliance
- Leading cross-functional teams and shift supervisors
- Working closely with senior leadership on continuous improvement strategies
- Overseeing and delivering specific engineering and production-related projects

**What we're looking for**:

- **5-8 years of hands-on experience** in a manufacturing/production environment (preferably plastics or packaging)
- **Engineering qualification** (Mechanical/Industrial/Production or similar)
- A strong leader with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
- Willingness to be hands-on, available, and accountable in a 24-hour operation
- **High energy, tech-savvy**, and eager to grow in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Aged under 30 preferred

**What we offer**:

- A chance to step into a leadership role with **real operational impact**:

- The opportunity to lead a high-performance team in a critical industry
- Exposure to **innovative plastic manufacturing technologies**:

- Competitive salary package and growth opportunities

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a measurable difference in a core manufacturing environment, **we want to hear from you**

Let’s build the future of manufacturing, together.

**Education**:

- Diploma (preferred)

Work Location: In person


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