Description:
Job Title: Operations Manager – Converting
Location: Bellville, Western Cape
Industry: FMCG / Manufacturing / Paper & Tissue
Job Type: Full-Time
Remuneration: Market-related salary + benefits
Introduction
A leading manufacturing group in the FMCG sector is seeking a dynamic Operations Manager to oversee their Converting facility based in Bellville. This role reports to the General Manager: Coastal and offers a great opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced production environment.
Main Purpose
To ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of the Converting Factory while driving continuous improvement, meeting business and customer requirements, and developing human capital within the plant.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and manage the factory operations team to meet safety, quality, productivity, and cost targets
-
Champion a culture of continuous improvement and ensure KPI achievement
-
Collaborate with engineering to ensure maintenance best practices are applied
-
Prepare and manage operational and capital budgets
-
Submit business reports and documentation as required
-
Maintain control of operational costs and report on variances
-
Enforce SHEQ standards and ensure compliance with statutory requirements
-
Oversee product quality and implement quality control systems
-
Ensure effective quality assurance aligned with customer requirements
-
Coach and develop team members for improved performance and succession planning
-
Drive high-performance culture, creativity, and alignment with company values
Requirements
Qualifications:
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BSc / BTech in Engineering or equivalent
-
Diploma or Degree in Pulp & Paper (advantageous)
Experience:
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Minimum 5 years in a senior management role within the Paper/Tissue industry or similar FMCG manufacturing environment
-
Strong background in operations, safety, quality, and people management
-
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles preferred
-
Risk management, project management, and strong problem-solving ability
-
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
What’s on Offer
-
Competitive market-related salary
-
Opportunity to drive operational excellence in a key manufacturing site
-
Engaged, results-driven culture
-
Career development within a national group
Requirements:
Job Title: Operations Manager – Converting
Location: Bellville, Western Cape
Industry: FMCG / Manufacturing / Paper & Tissue
Job Type: Full-Time
Remuneration: Market-related salary + benefits
Introduction
A leading manufacturing group in the FMCG sector is seeking a dynamic Operations Manager to oversee their Converting facility based in Bellville. This role reports to the General Manager: Coastal and offers a great opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced production environment.
Main Purpose
To ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of the Converting Factory while driving continuous improvement, meeting business and customer requirements, and developing human capital within the plant.
Key Responsibilities
-
Lead and manage the factory operations team to meet safety, quality, productivity, and cost targets
-
Champion a culture of continuous improvement and ensure KPI achievement
-
Collaborate with engineering to ensure maintenance best practices are applied
-
Prepare and manage operational and capital budgets
-
Submit business reports and documentation as required
-
Maintain control of operational costs and report on variances
-
Enforce SHEQ standards and ensure compliance with statutory requirements
-
Oversee product quality and implement quality control systems
-
Ensure effective quality assurance aligned with customer requirements
-
Coach and develop team members for improved performance and succession planning
-
Drive high-performance culture, creativity, and alignment with company values
Requirements
Qualifications:
-
BSc / BTech in Engineering or equivalent
-
Diploma or Degree in Pulp & Paper (advantageous)
Experience:
-
Minimum 5 years in a senior management role within the Paper/Tissue industry or similar FMCG manufacturing environment
-
Strong background in operations, safety, quality, and people management
-
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles preferred
-
Risk management, project management, and strong problem-solving ability
-
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
What’s on Offer
-
Competitive market-related salary
-
Opportunity to drive operational excellence in a key manufacturing site
-
Engaged, results-driven culture
-
Career development within a national group
-
Lead and manage the factory operations team to meet safety, quality, productivity, and cost targets
-
Champion a culture of continuous improvement and ensure KPI achievement
-
Collaborate with engineering to ensure maintenance best practices are applied
-
Prepare and manage operational and capital budgets
-
Submit business reports and documentation as required
-
Maintain control of operational costs and report on variances
-
Enforce SHEQ standards and ensure compliance with statutory requirements
-
Oversee product quality and implement quality control systems
-
Ensure effective quality assurance aligned with customer requirements
-
Coach and develop team members for improved performance and succession planning
-
Drive high-performance culture, creativity, and alignment with company values
-
BSc / BTech in Engineering or equivalent
-
Diploma or Degree in Pulp & Paper (advantageous)
-
Minimum 5 years in a senior management role within the Paper/Tissue industry or similar FMCG manufacturing environment
-
Strong background in operations, safety, quality, and people management
-
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles preferred
-
Risk management, project management, and strong problem-solving ability
-
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
-
Competitive market-related salary
-
Opportunity to drive operational excellence in a key manufacturing site
-
Engaged, results-driven culture
-
Career development within a national group
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