Job Description

Our client in the Food and Beverage industry is currently looking for a Production Manager, in Killarney Gardens, Cape Town.Responsibilities:

• Planning and Organisation:
• Ensure proper and accurate production planning.
• Liaise with technical and maintenance departments to ensure optimal performance of the production function.
• Resource Management/Allocation:
• Ensure optimum use of production resources.
• Maintain proper functioning of manufacturing equipment.
• Lead and manage the various teams to produce results in line with customer expectations.
• Lead and manage the productions teams ensuring optimal performance.
• Supervise, mentor and motivate the respective teams.
• Manage employee conduct according to the companys Code of Behavior and take appropriate action where deviations occur.
• Conduct and lead regular team meetings (Lets Talk), at level 3.
• Administration/Reporting:
• Maintain all documentation required for due diligence.
• Maintain accurate traceability throughout the production process.
• Production Management:
• Ensuring all orders are produced in full.
• Ensuring all lines are producing at the required efficiency rates.
• Proactively managing product yields; maintain waste within the requirement targets.
• Risk and Compliance:
• Maintain all relevant Amaro Foods policy requirements.
• Comply with the necessary Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations, allergen control, housekeeping and pest control.
• Participate in personal hygiene checks.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety legislation and regulations, organizational food safety management system requirements.
• Cultural Fit:
• Live the brand by living our core values.
• Always striving to do your best.

• Relevant Degree or Diploma in Production Management.
• Post graduate qualification advantageous.
• 5 years of Production Management experience.
• 6 - 8 years experience in FMCG industry.
• Understanding of Food manufacturing and production.
• Knowledge of technical process and principles is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Methodologies is advantageous.
• Behavioural and Functional Competencies:
• Adaptability.
• Leadership.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Communication written/verbal.
• Influence.
• Customer Service.
• Continuous Learning.
• Decision Making.
• Integrity.
• Results Oriented.
• Following instructions and procedures.
• Attention to detail.
• Negotiations.
• Coping with Stress.
• Deadline driven.
• Assertiveness.
• Resource allocation.
• Report Writing.
• Strategic Planning.
• Talent Management.
• Knowledge of Procurement.
• Financial Management.
• Business Acumen.
• Knowledge of expertise.
• Communication n English (Verbal/Written)

• R49 189 - R56 351 per month.

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