General Manager (Plastic Injection Moulding & Metal Pressing)

SUMMARY:
A leading manufacturing company in plastic injection moulding and metal pressing is seeking a dynamic General Manager to drive a turnaround strategy and operations across all functional areas and restore the business to its former success. The GM will be responsible for complete operational and financial management, with a focus on business development, team leadership, and strategic execution. 

Ready to take on this challenge?  
Send your CV to - Shenice@gmrc.co.za or call me should you have any questions:  0788466882

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements:

• 7+ years in a senior management role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record in business turnaround strategies and operational restructuring.
• Strong financial acumen – ability to manage budgets, cost control, and financial planning.
• Extensive experience in the plastic injection moulding and/or metal pressing industries.
• Expertise in industrial relations and trade union negotiations.
• Ability to function independently, take ownership, and make tough business decisions.
• Strong business development skills, with a network in manufacturing and industrial sectors.

1. Business Turnaround & Growth Strategy:

• Take full P&L responsibility and drive cost control, revenue growth, and profitability.
• Execute a defined turnaround strategy with clear targets to restore the business to R250M+ revenue within three years.
• Identify new business opportunities and drive diversification initiatives.
• Establish the toolroom as a profit center serving external clients beyond in-house production.

2. Operational & Financial Management:

• Oversee day-to-day plant operations, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality compliance.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles to maximize plant utilization (target 75% within 3 years).
• Develop and execute pricing strategies to maintain cost recovery, operating margins, and profitability.
• Drive investment and funding proposals, working with Jasco HQ and external funding bodies.

3. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Develop and nurture client relationships, securing long-term contracts and business growth.
• Represent the company at an EXCO level, engaging with clients and Jasco executive leadership.
• Build strategic partnerships within the plastic injection moulding and metal pressing industry.

4. Team Leadership & Organisational Culture:

• Build and lead a high-performance management team, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Foster a strong industrial relations environment, including engagement with trade unions.
• Drive a culture of accountability, ownership, and innovation across all departments.
• Encourage team buy-in to the turnaround strategy, ensuring sustainable business growth.