Site Lead– Manufacturing, Mahikeng

Artemis Human Capital are recruiting for a Site Lead on behalf of a growing manufacturing firm based just outside the North West. This is a key senior leadership role with full responsibility for a compact, high-impact manufacturing site of approximately 30 employees, overseeing end-to-end operations including coating, kitting, assembly, and despatch.

As Site Lead, you will take full ownership of site performance, driving operational excellence across all functions while leading a close-knit, multi-skilled team. You will be accountable for delivering against safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets, while embedding a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

Key Responsibilities Site Leadership&Accountability

Take full ownership of a compact manufacturing site (~30 employees), ensuring strong operational control and performance

Lead all day-to-day operations across coating, kitting, assembly, and despatch

Act as the most senior on-site leader, setting standards, driving accountability, and leading by example

Develop and implement site-level operational plans aligned to wider business objectives

Ensure effective resource planning and workload management across a close-knit, multi-skilled team

Operational Excellence&Performance

Deliver consistent performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) metrics

Oversee production activities to ensure efficiency, right-first-time output, and reliable customer delivery

Work closely with planning and support functions to optimise workflow and throughput

Maintain high standards of quality, compliance, and operational control across all processes

Ensure clear visibility of performance through accurate reporting and daily management routines

Continuous Improvement&Lean Culture

Lead Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement activity across the site

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and streamline processes within a compact operational environment

Drive root cause analysis and implement practical, sustainable improvements

Embed standardised working practices and a culture of accountability and ownership

People Leadership&Culture

Lead, develop, and motivate a team of approximately 30 employees in a hands-on environment

Build a strong, engaged, and collaborative site culture

Support training, development, and multi-skilling across the workforce

Manage performance, attendance, and employee relations in line with company policy

Foster a visible leadership style with strong presence on the shop floor

Health, Safety&Compliance

Champion a strong health and safety culture across the site

Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal standards

Lead incident investigations and ensure effective corrective and preventative actions

Promote safe working behaviours and proactive risk awareness across all employees

Stakeholder Engagement&Communication

Act as the main operational point of contact for the site within the wider business

Communicate priorities, performance, and issues clearly and consistently across the team

Escalate and resolve operational challenges quickly and effectively

Work collaboratively with wider functions to support business performance

Skills&Experience Required

Proven experience in a senior manufacturing leadership role (Site Lead, Production Manager, Operations Manager or similar)

Experience managing a compact, hands-on manufacturing site or team (circa 20–50 employees)

Strong background in fast-paced manufacturing or engineering environments

Demonstrable success in improving SQDC performance

Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in a hands-on environment

Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles

Experience with ERP/MRP systems and operational reporting

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Practical, visible leadership style with strong presence on the shop floor

High accountability, resilience, and commitment to operational standards

Contact Nicky Strutt

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