Managing Director

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the plant’s strategic plan aligned with corporate goals
• Ensure continuously developing safety standards to make sure that people come home safe every day
• Ensure compliance with all relevant rules and guidelines related to internal processes, sub-/contractors and external partners
• Manage all aspects of plant operations including production efficiency, quality control, maintenance, and logistics to ensure timely delivery by using Lean Management, Six Sigma, or 5S
• Assume full responsibility for all profit & loss drivers; develop budgets, monitor financial KPIs, and implement cost-saving initiatives and investments to maximize profitability
• Lead management and operational teams; foster a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships with key clients and understand market trends to tailor product offerings
• Develop product portfolio considering profitable growth as well as sustainability targets

Requirements

• Successful experience in continuous improvement and optimization efficiency and managing and coordinating a production site and safety organizations
• Previous B2B sales experience preferred
• Dynamic, flexible team player with demonstrated ability to lead others
• Ability to adapt quickly to challenging situations
• Excellent communicator, organized in thought and delivery, proven ability to independently develop and drive action plans and projects
• Strong organizational, project management and financial planning skills
• Ability to drive results through process improvement, strategic planning, and quality management
• Superb attention to detail, motivation and enthusiasm
• Ability to deal effectively with a diverse group of individuals at all organization levels

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in in mechanical/industrial engineering and/or business administration/ economics or other related fields
• Minimum of 7-10 years solid experience as Operations/Plant/ Production Manager in a comparable fast moving, competitive, cost-driven manufacturing environment, ideally process industry
• Knowledge of Lean and 6 Sigma and statistical methodologies
• Familiarity with ISO 9001
• Willingness to work flexible schedules
• Advanced skill level with Microsoft Office Suite of programs, Data Warehousing, IT Processes, and IT projects

Skills

• Strategic Leadership
• Compliance & Safety
• Operational Excellence
• Financial Oversight
• Team Development & Leadership
• Market & Customer Focus
• Innovation

Benefits

• Cafeteria
• Coaching
• Company retirement
• Events for employees
• Health benefits
• Internet connection
• Learning & Development
• Parking
• Workplace accomodations
• Car Allowance: $1500/month
• Salary Range: Based on Experience $170,000-$200,000 Before you apply, please keep in mind our Internal Application Principles. Appointments will be made in line with our Employment Equity Plan.