Operations Support Manager

• Based in Nasrec Site
• Mech. (pref.) or Chem. Engineering degree
• Operational management experience of at least 5 years (mandatory)

Responsible for the operational overseeing and providing support to the Site Manager.

Responsible for designing, developing and maintaining systems and processes to ensure efficient, safe and cost-effective production.

Responsible for optimizing production workflows and driving continuous improvements in operations.

• Design, develop and optimize production systems.
• Lead projects from concept through implementation and commissioning.
• Design, develop, optimize, and troubleshoot chemical processes and equipment to improve efficiency, yield, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with all relevant departments to troubleshoot problems.
• Monitor daily production targets and throughputs from all relevant departments.
• Engage, evaluate, and manage vendors and contractors to ensure technical compliance, cost control, and timely delivery.
• Oversee system infrastructure development and drive continuous process improvements.
• Prepare technical reports, flow diagrams, cost estimates, and budgets to present during business review meetings.
• Support all operations departments in matters arising and RCA’s.

Leadership Standards

• To lead effectively.
• Articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Possess strategic thinking capabilities to navigate the industry’s challenges and opportunities (Forecasting future trends, identifying potential risks and devising long-term plans).
• Foster a team culture that values diverse. perspectives and encourages open dialogue.
• Utilize the unique strengths of each team member.
• Multitask with projects, departments and daily duties.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Team/Personnel management
• Team collaboration
• Project Delivery
• Compliance Adherence
• Food Safety and Quality Culture

Requirements

• Relevant degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or Chemical Engineering
• Proven work experience in an operational management position (5 years’ experience).
• Strong knowledge of operations and processing
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong Organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Salary: R40 000

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