Port Elizabeth, South Africa | Posted on 02/12/2026 Salary Basic + medical aid + provident fund + guaranteed 13th cheque State/Province Eastern Cape Country South Africa Job Description Our client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join the Port Elizabeth team, Oversee daily operations Ensure optimal plant performance, productivity, and equipment uptime Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency and reduce waste Monitor and manage production targets, KPIs, and turnaround times Ensure quality control standards are maintained Oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations Manage fleet operations where applicable Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers Ensure accurate stock control of materials Lead, manage, and develop supervisors and operational staff Drive performance management and staff productivity Prepare and manage operational budgetsMonitor and control operational costs (fuel, maintenance, labour, utilities) Analyse operational reports and implement cost‑saving initiatives Ensure preventative maintenance schedules are adhered to Prepare weekly and monthly operational reports Report on production volumes, efficiencies, safety statistics, and financial performance Requirements 5–8 years’ experience in operations management within a manufacturing, or processing environment Proven experience managing large operational teams Must be willing to work the occasional Saturday Basic + medical aid + provident fund + guaranteed 13th cheque #J-18808-Ljbffr