Plant Manager

CHEP, a Brambles Company, helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 300 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ over 12, 000 people and operate in approximately 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the worlds biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? Youll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. Youll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. Youll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Purpose of the Role:
The Plant Manager will have overall responsibility for equipment processing activities for the Plant/s under his/her control. The incumbent is responsible for developing and managing relationships with all 3rd party service providers as well as customers where onsite activities occur within their area of responsibility.

The incumbent will also be responsible for ensuring that all Company policies and procedures (ie SLAs and SOPs) are adhered to and implemented by all staff and 3rd party contractors situated in his/her area of responsibility.

Preferred Candidate Requirements:

• Completed Matric + 3-year Tertiary Qualification in Operations Management or similar, related Field
• 10+ years' experience in Production/Plant Management (of which, at least 3 - 5 years should be in a Management role)
• Six Sigma Green Belt is highly advantageous
• Sound people management with extensive knowledge of Industrial Relations

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• People and SafetyCost and Metrics
• Stock Management
• Quality
• 3rd Party Service Provider Management
• Operational Systems
• Plant & Property Maintenance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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