Job Purpose
Responsible for optimizing the production process to ensure maximum efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This role will lead initiatives related to process improvement, production flow, and implementation of best practices across the plant, while ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Aanalyze and continuously improve manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and ensure consistent product quality.
- Lead cross-functional teams in process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions.
- Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to process efficiency, downtime, yield, and quality.
- Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, R&D, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless production operations.
- Evaluate new technologies or equipment and lead trials for potential implementation.
- Train and support production teams on new processes and best practices.
- Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and regulatory requirements (e.g., HACCP, ISO, BRC).
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for process deviations or production issues.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Academic and professional qualifications
Have an appropriate university qualification and preferably have specialized studies in production.Experience
8-10 of experience in production management.Proven experience in process optimization and project management.Skills
Empowerment and DelegationDecision-making and JudgementAware of creating business casesAware of business acumenSeniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
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