Minimum requirements for the role:
Must have a Bachelors degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
Minimum 810 years experience within a senior operations role
Must be a legally appointed GMR 2.1 and 16.2 responsible person
Manufacturing experience preferably in extrusion is advantageous
Must have a proven track record in food safety, compliance, and people leadership
Ability to ensure compliance with food and health safety standards
Strong organisational, strategic and financial management skills
Excellent leadership and interpersonal abilities with a high level of computer proficiency
Critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making
Must have the ability to be effective under pressure and in unstructured environments
Excellent communication and time management with an ethical and results-driven mindset
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Managing day-to-day plant operations across three sites.
Ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and legally compliant processes.
Leading and developing cross-functional operational teams.
Developing and managing production and Capex budgets.
Analyzing financial data to improve profitability.
Coordinating inventory, materials, warehouse, and dispatch functions.
Overseeing quality control and production KPIs.
Ensuring compliance with food safety (FSSC 22000) and SHEQ standards.
Leading continuous improvement and strategic projects.
Performing market and competitor analysis.
Reporting regularly to top management.
Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates