Senior Production Manager, Bottling / FMCG, East London

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Senior Production Manager in the bottling industry for a permanent role based in East London, Eastern Cape

POSITION INFO: Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

• 3-4 year technical qualification (BSc Eng (Electrical, mechanical or chemical) / B. Engineering / Operations Management ESSENTIAL
• 8 – 10 years senior production manufacturing experience in FMCG
• Electrical / Mechanical background
• Capex project management
• Experience in having installed new lines on the production
• Leadership capability and MS Office & SAP experience
• Sound knowledge of production / manufacturing processes

• Contribute to material planning process and ensure daily production / manufacturing schedule is aligned
• Work to guarantee order fulfillment and monitor daily production / manufacturing schedule
• Manage entire end to ed produces and supervise production of products
• Ensure infrastructure maintained and monitor SHERQ framework
• Monitoring SHERQ compliance and ensure all regulations are enforced
• Ensure adherence to Quality, Food Safety, Health, Safety & Environmental Standards
• Contamination control / health & safety measures
• Attend/enforce training sessions
• Operational planning and budgeting processes
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure adherence to operational and financial frameworks
• Manage cost drivers and mitigate financial risk