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Operations Executive

South Africa
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Manufacturing
Reference: CPT001138/LR

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Employer: West Coast Personnel

A well-established industrial manufacturing operation in the Drakenstein Valley is seeking a dynamic and hands-on Operations Executive to join its leadership team in a structured succession role.This opportunity offers a comprehensive handover and mentorship period under the current operational lead, ensuring a smooth transition of operational knowledge, strategic oversight, and site leadership responsibilities over time. This role is best suited to an energetic, solutions-driven leader who enjoys being actively involved on the production floor and who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor production flow, identify operational bottlenecks, and optimise resources to ensure targets and deadlines are achieved.
Lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams, driving accountability and performance across the operation.
Analyse production and operational data, including efficiencies, output, forecasting, and workflow metrics using ERP systems and Excel.
Oversee production planning, dispatch coordination, and volume forecasting.
Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation, audit requirements, and operational standards.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, process optimisation projects, and operational problem-solving.
Work closely with senior leadership on operational strategy, efficiencies, and long-term succession planning.

Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualification essential.
Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and production management principles.
Knowledge of the OHS Act, Labour Relations Act, and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.
Proven leadership ability in a high-pressure operational environment.
Strong analytical, organisational, and decision-making skills.
Prior experience in manufacturing, production, FMCG, textiles, processing, or a related industrial environment.

Key Personal Attributes

Hands-on leadership style with a strong operational focus.
Emotionally resilient, mature, and able to remain composed under pressure.
Ability to prioritise effectively and distinguish critical operational matters from day-to-day operational noise.
Assertive, practical, and solutions-oriented.

What’s on Offer

Structured mentorship and succession planning opportunity.
Exposure to a large-scale industrial operation with an established leadership team.
Opportunity to make a direct impact on operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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