Production Manager

SUMMARY:
Our Client a FMCG manufacturer with a manufacturing plant based in the Western Cape approx. 1 hour outside CT, would like to appoint a Production Manager who will be responsible for the planning, coordination and control of all manufacturing processes at their plant and to ensure that products are produced efficiently, cost effectively and that the standard of quality set by the company, is achieved.

POSITION INFO:
Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the production process(es)on the plant.
• Monitor and optimise, processes to ensure competitive, efficient and cost-effective process operations.
• Proactively plan production according to budget, demand and planning schedule.
• Monitor the production processes and adjust schedules as required.
• Monitor and make recommendations regarding repair and routine maintenance of equipment.
• Set quality control standards and systems to ensure quality control is maintained.
• Monitor product specification standards throughout production process.
• Develop and implement SOP 's for all processes in production ensuring that high quality standards are met.
• Proactive planning of all process chemicals and consumables.
• Daily monitor, reconcile and report relevant inventory and continuously report variations and replenishments.
• Ensure all daily production figures are captured and reported.
• Monitor and report daily and monthly down time.
• Monitor hygiene, and ensure master cleaning schedules are performed.
• Assess project and resource requirements and make recommendations.
• Ensure that health and safety and environmental regulations are met within area of responsibility.
• Be actively involved in policy and procedure maintenance.
• Comply with and lead the implementation of safety policies and procedures
• Ensure overall compliance to relevant procedures and policies.
• Ensure that all team members have clearly defined job profiles.
• Regular goal review completed to assess achievement of results.

• Relevant tertiary related qualification essential (Engineering Degree preferred)
• Relevant experience in production and manufacturing processes.
• Experience within an edible oil production environment preferred.
• Sound experience in leading teams.
• Knowledge of quality systems and standards.
• Proven knowledge of engineering and technology principles and practices.
• Computer literacy – Microsoft office packages, SAP.