Executive operations manager
Imforce Recruitment Pietermaritzburg R 50,000/month
815+ years of progressively responsible experience in manufacturing operations.
- Oversee daily manufacturing operations across all production lines.
- - Proven leadership in a senior management or executive role.
- Demonstrated success managing large teams and budgets.
- Experience with multi-site operations is often a plus.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards (e.g., ISO, OSHA).
- Develop and implement strategic plans to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Lead cross-functional teams (production, quality, maintenance, supply chain).
- Monitor KPIs and adjust operational strategies accordingly.
- Manage budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation.
- Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Six Sigma).
- Implement and optimize ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Maintain strong communication with C-suite leadership and external partners/vendors.
- - · Automotive: Familiarity with IATF 16949, APQP, and DFMEA
- · Aerospace: Knowledge of AS9100, FAA requirements
- · Consumer Products: Rapid prototyping, injection moulding design
- · Medical Devices: FDA/ISO 13485 compliance, risk analysis
- · Heavy Industry/Equipment: Welding standards, load-bearing structures
- - Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) by APICS
- Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) by APICS
OSHA or Safety Management certifications (depending on industry)
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