Operations Manager – Mechanical Engineer (GCC) – North West

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager who is a qualified Mechanical Engineer with GCC registration to lead a grain processing plant in the North West region. The role involves overseeing daily production, ensuring safety and quality compliance, and driving efficiency in a food manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Direct daily production, technical processes, and staff performance within the grain processing factory.
• Maintain strict adherence to HACCP, GMP, and ISO standards.
• Manage raw material inventory, supplier relationships, and warehouse logistics.
• Control site P&L, operational budgets, and implement cost‑saving measures.
• Recruit, train, and supervise multidisciplinary plant workers and shift supervisors.

Required profile

• Qualified Mechanical Engineer with GCC registration.
• 5–12 years of plant or manufacturing management experience in food processing or FMCG.
• Proven leadership, budget planning, data analysis, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans, willing to relocate and attend an interview.

Required skills

• HACCP compliance
• GMP compliance
• ISO standards implementation
• Data analysis