Description:
Ready to roll up your sleeves and take charge of a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing operation? My client is looking for a hands-on Contract Plant Operations Manager to run the show at a third-party processing facility in Bellville South.This is not a recruitment, logistics, or warehousing role. We're looking for someone with serious technical experience in high-volume FMCG production — someone who knows how to manage large teams on the factory floor, drive output without compromising quality, and ensure top-tier compliance with food safety and health & safety standards.This environment processes client-supplied raw materials and packaging, delivering finished components to spec. You’ll oversee all operational aspects, including production performance, compliance, team output, and client satisfaction.
If you’ve spent your days in a food-grade factory (not behind a desk) and know what it takes to keep a plant running smoothly under pressure — we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Staff & Performance Management
- Lead and manage a team of 50–80 employees on-site
- Plan shift schedules and allocate workload effectively
- Enforce operational discipline, policies, and team KPIs
Plant Operations & Compliance
- Oversee daily production and ensure targets are met
- Maintain compliance with FSSC22000 food safety standards
- Uphold OHS standards and ensure a safe working environment
- Drive risk assessments and implement corrective actions
Client Liaison & Reporting
- Be the primary contact for all client-related matters
- Ensure SLAs are met and relationships are well-maintained
- Deliver operational reports and performance updates
Quality Control & Continuous Improvement
- Monitor product quality and adherence to client specs
- Investigate and resolve production non-conformances
- Keep accurate records and ensure full compliance documentation
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment (not warehousing, not logistics — actual plant floor)
- Proven experience managing large teams (50+ staff) in a production setting
- Solid knowledge of FSSC22000 and OHS protocols
- Strong planning, scheduling, and conflict resolution skills
- Proficient in MS Office and familiar with production systems
- Matric certificate required
- Relevant tertiary education or certifications are an advantage
How to Apply
Email the following to samantha@wcp.co.za- Your updated CV
- A head & shoulders photo
- Your Matric certificate and any relevant qualifications
- Contactable references
Requirements:
- Lead and manage a team of 50–80 employees on-site
- Plan shift schedules and allocate workload effectively
- Enforce operational discipline, policies, and team KPIs
- Oversee daily production and ensure targets are met
- Maintain compliance with FSSC22000 food safety standards
- Uphold OHS standards and ensure a safe working environment
- Drive risk assessments and implement corrective actions
- Be the primary contact for all client-related matters
- Ensure SLAs are met and relationships are well-maintained
- Deliver operational reports and performance updates
- Monitor product quality and adherence to client specs
- Investigate and resolve production non-conformances
- Keep accurate records and ensure full compliance documentation
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment (not warehousing, not logistics — actual plant floor)
- Proven experience managing large teams (50+ staff) in a production setting
- Solid knowledge of FSSC22000 and OHS protocols
- Strong planning, scheduling, and conflict resolution skills
- Proficient in MS Office and familiar with production systems
- Matric certificate required
- Relevant tertiary education or certifications are an advantage
- Your updated CV
- A head & shoulders photo
- Your Matric certificate and any relevant qualifications
- Contactable references
03 Jun 2025;
from:
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