Are you a seasoned leader in the packaging and manufacturing sector looking for your next challenge? A leading industrial player is seeking a high-caliber Factory Manager to oversee their production facility. This role is perfect for a strategic thinker who excels at optimizing operations while maintaining a sharp eye on quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

As the Factory Manager, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of the production facility, ensuring that output targets are met with maximum efficiency. Your core duties will include:

• Operational Oversight: Directing all production activities, from raw material handling to final dispatch, to ensure seamless workflow.

• Strategic Planning: Developing and implementing production schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.

• Quality Control: Maintaining rigorous quality standards to ensure all products meet client specifications and industry regulations.

• Team Leadership: Managing a diverse workforce, fostering a culture of high performance, and overseeing staff training and development.

• Safety & Compliance: Ensuring the facility remains in full compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards.

• Continuous Improvement: Identifying bottlenecks and implementing Lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve margins.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must possess a blend of technical expertise and strong leadership capabilities:

• Education: A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field.

• Experience: A minimum of 5–10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a senior management capacity (preferably within the packaging industry).

• Technical Skills: Deep understanding of manufacturing machinery, production planning software, and ISO quality standards.

• Leadership: Proven track record of managing large teams and driving operational excellence.

• Attributes: Strong analytical problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and a "hands-on" approach to floor management.

How to Apply

In the fast-paced world of manufacturing, the right leadership is the difference between meeting a quota and setting a benchmark. If you are ready to steer a premier facility toward continued success, we want to hear from you.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Apply for this role today by contacting Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or via LinkedIn.

• Website: hireresolve.us

• Email CV: Manufacturing@hireresolve.za.com