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Operations Manager
RPO Recruitment - Executive Search & RPO Recruiting Agency.
South Africa, Pretoria
Reporting to General Manager - the Operations Manager - Pretoria West Converting Factoring is responsible for the safe, efficient operation of the Converting Factory based in Pretoria West, Gauteng. The Operations Manager will lead a multi-disciplinary team to achieve operational objectives for safety, productivity, quality, costs, human resource capacity development and cultural change whilst continually pursuing opportunities to improve operational practices and processes.Main ResponsibilitiesManage the Converting Operations to meet business and customer requirements in an effective and efficient mannerCreate a culture of Continuous Improvement and implement a program whereby identified KPIs are met and opportunities to improve are identified, prioritized, resourced and executedEnsure that Maintenance Best Practices are implemented and strictly adhered to, in conjunction with the site-based engineering team.Compile and motivate plant-specific budgets, both operational and capital expenditure.Compile and timely submit reports and relevant documentation in line with business requirements.Control all costs related to the operations, within budget and report variances with reasons and defined corrective action, where possibleCreate and drive a culture where Safety, Health, Environment and Risk standards are adhered to and ensure that all activities within the department comply with statutory and group risk control policies and procedures.Create and drive a culture where manufacturing a product conforming to agreed quality specifications is "top of mind" and desired whilst ensuring that an effective Quality Control program is implemented and adhered toManage and support Quality Assurance processes to ensure adherence to quality standards and conformance to customer requirements.Lead, coach and develop team members to improve performance and personal capability.Ensure that effective people development and performance management programs are implemented throughout the department, taking future organizational requirements into account.Create an environment that encourages and rewards High Performance, teamwork, and creativity whilst role-modelling the Company Group values.RequirementsB.Sc. (Chem Eng.); B.Sc. Chemistry; B. Tech ( Pulp & Paper Technology) or B.Sc. ( Mech or Elec Eng.) or equivalent Have a minimum of 5 years experience in the manufacturing industry, of which 3-4 years at a similar management position or higher.Have a developed knowledge and understanding of business principles. A formal business qualification will be a definite advantage.Proven track record in leading and managing a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team.Have strong industrial relations experienceA lively and inquiring mind with a logical approach to work.Analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independentlyOrganized and structured work ethic.Be able to travel as and when requiredDesired SkillsOperations ManagerOperations ManagementPulpPaperTissueFMCGManufacturingconvertingIf you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to: manufacturing@rporecruitment.usAlternatively, you can visit our website to find your next opportunity – www.rporecruitment.co.za or give us a call at 021 180 0776 and ask for Nikki. Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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