Senior Production Manager
Samrand
Vollzeit
Festanstellung
Deine Rolle
To support the further build‑up and scaling of our production operations in South Africa, we are looking for a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our management team. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership in a dynamic, international environment with a sustainable impact.
Deine Aufgaben
- Overall responsibility for the planning, control, and continuous optimization of production processes (output, quality, cost, and delivery performance)
- Ensure production readiness and delivery capability, including production planning, capacity and shift models, material availability, and logistics management
- Lead, develop, and manage the production team including performance management and skills development
- Implement and monitor Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) standards, including risk assessments, SOPs, safety training, incident management, and audits
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements, including deviation management, traceability, and documentation
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintenance and asset management, including preventive maintenance, fault analysis, spare parts management, and TPM concepts
- Support with Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, and Quality to ensure smooth end‑to‑end operations
- Plan and execute investments (CAPEX) and technical changes, including change control, layout optimization, and process or equipment upgrades
- Support scale‑up and technology transfer projects, including ramp‑up of new products and processes
- Monitor and report KPIs and derive corrective measures
- Manage external service providers and contractors (e.g. maintenance, calibration, technical services)
- Ensure complete and compliant production documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, batch or production records, and training documentation
Dein Profil
- More than 5 years of professional experience in a production environment, including first experience in a senior leadership role
- Qualifications in Engineering, Millwright, Production Technology, Process Engineering, or Operations Management could be an advantage
- Proven experience in production planning, KPI‑based production control, and process optimization
- Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience in HSE (risk assessments, safety culture, incident and CAPA management)
- Experience in logistics management
- Experience with quality management systems and audits (e.g. ISO 9001; GMP / ISO 14001 is an advantage depending on environment)
- Experience in maintenance and asset management (preventive maintenance, TPM, equipment reliability)
- Strong problem-solving and fault diagnosis techniques on operational and technical level
- Strong project management and change management skills (process changes, equipment upgrades, CAPEX projects)
- Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills, particularly in operational and shift‑based environments
- High level of hands‑on mentality, structured working style, ability to prioritize, and resilience in an operational setting
- Confident use of ERP systems and production reporting tools; good MS Office skills
Was wir bieten
- A purpose‑driven role in a growing Biotech company focused on sustainability and innovation
- The opportunity to work with a unique, bio‑based technology platform with global relevance
- High level of responsibility and ownership with real impact on company growth and success
- A dynamic, entrepreneurial work environment with short decision‑making paths
- An international company setting with close collaboration across the Bind‑X Group
- Competitive fixed salary, 20 days of paid vacation and long‑term development opportunities
- Personal and professional growth, supported by training and development