Operations Manager

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee and optimise all plant operations. The role ensures efficient, safe, and high-quality production, manages supply chain and inventory, and drives operational excellence and continuous improvement. Responsibilities: Manage daily manufacturing operations, meeting production, quality, and safety targets. Plan and schedule production, balancing workloads to optimise capacity. Oversee inventory, material availability, and supply chain coordination. Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards. Lead and develop operational teams, monitor performance, and support workforce planning. Analyse operational KPIs and implement improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste. Promote a strong safety culture and adherence to HSE policies. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across processes and workflows. Coordinate cross-departmental projects to ensure alignment with business objectives. Requirements: Matric and Bachelors degree in Operations, Supply Chain, or Industrial Engineering; postgraduate preferred. Minimum 5 years operations management experience in manufacturing. Knowledge of ERP/MRP/MES systems, production planning, and inventory control. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification advantageous. Benefits Salary: negotiable. Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Jarad Pentz at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: logistics@rpo-recruit.za.com. We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.