PLANT MANAGER

Job in Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa

Listing for: Danté Personnel Recruitment

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-24

Job specializations:

Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager

SA - Gauteng, Johannesburg CBDR CTC per month Plant Manager
City Deep

Our client is seeking a Plant Manager to lead and manage the Production Plant and Operations function
Minimum requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Operations Management, or a related discipline

Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in a Plant Manager or senior manufacturing leadership role

Food manufacturing industry experience is essential

Strong working knowledge of GMP, HACCP, ISO 22000
, and food safety regulations

Demonstrated experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, 5S, and cost reduction initiatives

Proven ability to manage plant budgets, KPIs, productivity, losses, and operational performance

Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams
, including production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain

Solid understanding of South African labour legislation (BCEA) and experience working with unions

Proven experience with SAP (production planning, materials management, reporting)

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong data analysis capability

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to drive change, foster accountability, and support sustainability and ESG initiatives

Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Consultant:
Mari Daley - Dante Personnel East Rand

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