Factory Manager - Beverage

A well-established manufacturer of food and beverage raw materials is seeking a Factory Manager to ensure all production, packaging and bulk handling are executed in the most effective and efficient manner, by ensuring a thorough understanding of maintenance and operation of plant and equipment, the management of human resources, the implementation and management of business control systems and the management and control of assets.Minimum Requirements For The RoleMust have a B. Sc. Eng degree or HND (Mechanical or Chemical) or B. Sc. Ind Chem or BSc (Food Science/Technology)Minimum 8 years' managerial experience specifically in a food or beverage production environmentPrevious beverage plant management level experience is essentialMust have Project Management experience as well as a key understanding of food safety legislationUnderstanding of financial management principles is advantageousThe Successful Candidate Will Be Responsible ForResponsible for production planning and setting production standards and measurement.Implementing and managing a preventative maintenance program as well as general maintenance for the site, including production plant, machinery, and property.Operating the Colour Treatment plant, Pasteurisation plant, blending operations, and RO plant.Handling packaging operations, including aseptic packaging equipment and regular packaging lines.Managing bulk handling, both inbound and outbound.Operating all utilities, including steam, cooling, refrigeration, compressed air, and effluent.Managing and controlling Weighbridge activities.Controlling effluent treatment and disposal.Executing capital projects on site, including planning, budgeting, and execution.Applying cost management principles to manage the Factory Budget.Managing the performance and development of production team members.Ensuring legal compliance at all times within the Factory environment.Accepting and fulfilling 16 (2) appointment requirements.Ensuring SHE standards for the site are adhered to.Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates
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