Process Manager

In brief

**Job Title:** Process Manager **Company:** Woodlands Dairy **Overview** This role at Woodlands Dairy is for a Process Manager to provide operational leadership and drive manufacturing excellence within their liquid processing operations. The successful candidate will focus on operational performance, process optimisation, people development, cost management, and continuous improvement. **What you will do** * Lead safe, efficient, and cost-effective liquid processing operations. * Drive continuous improvement in throughput, quality, reliability, efficiency, and waste reduction. * Improve product yields and reduce process losses. * Manage departmental OPEX and contribute to CAPEX planning. * Lead and support manufacturing projects, plant upgrades, and operational readiness. * Ensure compliance with quality, food safety, regulatory, and company standards. * Develop and lead high-performing teams through coaching and talent development. * Collaborate across Production, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical, or Process Engineering. * 7 to 10 years’ experience in dairy, food, beverage, FMCG, or a similar process manufacturing environment. * At least 5 years’ leadership/management experience within manufacturing operations. * Proven experience in continuous improvement, budget management, yield improvement, waste reduction, and cost optimisation. * Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is someone who meets the core requirements and also possesses a postgraduate qualification in Manufacturing, Operations, Business, or Project Management. They would benefit from Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement certification and have exposure to manufacturing expansion projects and technology implementation. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/process-manager-woodlands-dairy Source: myjobmag

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• At least 7 years of experience.

• Project management

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