Site Operations Leader

SUMMARY:
Our Durban petrochemical client requires a operations leader to take frontline responsibility for the full operational functions of the facility and successful delivery of manufactured and traded product to meet customer requirements.

POSITION INFO:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Supervisory:

• Team Supervision: Oversee +20 reporting lines to meet objectives, enhance productivity, and maintain discipline.
• Shift Management: Plan, lead, organize, motivate, and delegate tasks per shift to meet the production plan.
• Performance Development: Conduct annual Personal Development Plans (PDPs) for all reporting lines.
• Daily Briefings: Hold daily meetings with staff to discuss planning and plant issues.
• Inventory Management: Ensure inventory is controlled in accordance with the company policies and ERP systems are accurate and up to date.

• Production Planning: Produce the Production Plan in coordination with the Sales team.
• Scheduling: Coordinate the scheduling of raw materials and packaging with the Supply Chain department.
• Data Management: Ensure the capture and accuracy of production and related data for usages/yields on raw materials/finished goods in the Production ERP system.
• Record Keeping: Complete daily paperwork required for production records.
• Inventory Coordination: Organize and manage inventory controls and stock takes as needed.

• Compliance: Ensure adherence to ISO, Environmental, Health, and Safety procedures and work instructions.
• Workplace Safety: Promote and maintain a clean, healthy, safe, and environmentally friendly workplace.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure products are manufactured within specifications.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure plant and equipment are in safe and efficient working order to meet production demands.
• Incident Management: Investigate incidents, errors, and non-compliance issues, and implement corrective and preventative actions.

• Matric and a degree/diploma in Production Management
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in leading and managing a production team.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with multiple changing deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages and strong competency in ERP systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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