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General Manager

meridiantalent.co.zaURL Unverified
JohannesburgFull-timeExecutiveOn-sitePosted 28 Sept 2026

Job Overview

Key Responsibilities

Oversee full-cycle factory and manufacturing operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and delivery timelines are consistently met.

Manage and optimize heavy industrial processes, specifically overseeing furnace operations and high-temperature production environments.

Drive the financial performance of the plant, including operational budgeting, cost-reduction initiatives, and resource allocation.

Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team across production, technical, and administrative departments.

Enforce rigorous health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocols, particularly those required for safe operation in hot manufacturing environments.

Streamline supply chain, procurement, and inventory management for raw materials.

Develop and execute strategic business plans to enhance operational efficiency and expand market footprint.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Oversee full-cycle factory and manufacturing operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and delivery timelines are consistently met.

Manage and optimize heavy industrial processes, specifically overseeing furnace operations and high-temperature production environments.

Drive the financial performance of the plant, including operational budgeting, cost-reduction initiatives, and resource allocation.

Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team across production, technical, and administrative departments.

Enforce rigorous health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocols, particularly those required for safe operation in hot manufacturing environments.

Streamline supply chain, procurement, and inventory management for raw materials.

Develop and execute strategic business plans to enhance operational efficiency and expand market footprint.

Required Qualifications

A relevant Degree or Diploma (e.g., in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related manufacturing field).

Extensive leadership experience in a General Manager, Plant Manager, or Senior Operations role.

Proven background and operational experience specifically within the glass and/or aluminum manufacturing sectors.

Essential: Demonstrated experience managing furnaces and working within hot industrial environments.

Exceptional strategic planning, financial acumen, and problem-solving skills.

Strong leadership qualities with the ability to manage and motivate large teams in a demanding industrial setting.

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

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