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Plant Manager Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at Unilever
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** Unilever is currently hiring for a Plant Manager
** Function:
** Supply Chain
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* Reports to:
** Sourcing Unit Director*
* *
* Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa*
* ** Terms &
Conditions:
Full time, onsite
** At Unilever, everything we do is driven by purpose. This is an opportunity to help shape a better business and a better world through the impact of your work.
We’re looking for a
** Plant Manager
** to lead end‐to‐end production and internal logistics operations, ensuring safe, efficient, cost‐effective, and high‐quality manufacturing performance. This role is critical in driving manufacturing excellence, continuous improvement, and operational reliability while building strong, capable teams.
You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing work that truly matters — for people and the planet.##
Key Responsibilities ### Plant Operations & Delivery
* Lead all production and internal logistics operations from goods receipt, material storage, and internal handling through processing, packing, and dispatch
* Deliver production commitments in line with agreed volume, quality, cost, and service targets
* Review production progress daily and lead resolution of operational issues### ### Manufacturing Excellence & Continuous Improvement
* Drive continuous improvement across production and internal logistics using TPM and Manufacturing Excellence methodologies
* Achieve annual committed Manufacturing Excellence savings
* Identify and address bottlenecks, constraints, and improvement opportunities to optimise asset utilisation and reduce waste
* Review production performance KPIs weekly through structured Kaizen forums### ### Performance, Planning & Cost Control
* Achieve operational performance (OP) targets for Volume, OEE, OR, and Cost
* Define key capacity parameters and constraints to support short‐ and long‐term production planning
* Prepare, manage, and control the factory operating plan and budget
* Control manufacturing conversion and internal logistics costs (labour, waste, rework) against agreed targets
* Partner with Supply Planning to manage production prioritisation, resource planning, and future growth requirements### ### Quality, Safety, Health & Environment
* Ensure all products meet Unilever quality standards and specifications through robust operator‐based quality systems
* Work closely with the Site Quality Manager to ensure ongoing quality compliance, reviewed through monthly quality circles
* Ensure a clean, safe, and compliant working environment in line with Unilever Corporate and Business Unit SHEQ standards
* Lead the implementation and maintenance of ISO 9000 / 14000 / 18000 systems
* Design, implement, and monitor systems for safe chemical handling, process safety, and people safety
* Ensure appropriate safety training programs are in place and fully embedded### ### Engineering, Maintenance & Asset Care
* Partner with the Site Engineer to ensure factory capacity is sufficient to meet commitments and growth plans
* Work closely with the Maintenance Manager to ensure high reliability and efficiency of production and internal logistics equipment
* Maximise asset effectiveness through strong maintenance and reliability practices### ### Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
* Coordinate the availability of resources and inputs from internal functions and third‐party partners
* Work in close liaison with Engineering, Quality, Supply Planning, and Maintenance teams to ensure operational alignment
* Ensure timely and effective implementation of new product launches and innovations### ### Leadership & People Development
* Lead and develop Production and Internal Logistics teams to deliver world‐class operations
* Build strong team‐working through cross‐functional projects and team‐building initiatives
* Identify, develop, and strengthen leadership capability within the plant
* Delegate accountability appropriately to drive ownership and performance
* Assess capability gaps and…
Title: Plant Manager
Company: Unilever
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
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