Overview
Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent writing and editing skills
Good organisational skills
Communication and assertiveness
Time management
Detail-oriented
Decision making and sound business judgement
Experience in implementing manufacturing functionality of systems
Ability to lead and motivate a team
Qualifications
Relevant tertiary qualification
Experience
3-5 years of relevant experience within a liquid fertilizer facility
Production experience will be beneficial
A strong mechanical aptitude would be beneficial
Strong experience in supply chain management (including expediting, lead-time reduction, inventory management, packaging, and shipping)
Duties
Provide leadership for the successful day-to-day operation of the plant
Work closely with personnel to review product consistency while monitoring trends and areas of improvement
Review established production schedules for all manufacturing facilities to ensure inventory levels are met while operating at the highest efficiency possible
Monitor operation expenses and research ways to reduce costs while maintaining product quality
Forecast and plan for raw materials, production, dispatch, and delivery of products
Work closely with the Environmental Health and Safety Manager to ensure all team members are aware of safety policies for a safe workplace
Maintain and support a superior safety and housekeeping program, including timely communication initiatives
Develop and execute the plant manufacturing budgets
Participate and prepare for audits ensuring compliance
Analyze workforce requirements
Encourage and promote operating in a continuous improvement environment
Remove production constraints; allocate human and equipment resources and direct production employees to attain established goals
Remove waste and constraints from the production process to improve efficiencies and enhance productivity
Ensure the plant and equipment are implemented and maintained in accordance with engineering standards, local and statutory legislation, ISO systems, and health & safety legislation
Develop and lead continuous improvement activities within the team
Resolve production problems
Address staff issues and concerns
Plan, develop, and train production staff
Conduct management meetings
Interface extensively with the marketing and client environments
Oversee the warehousing/distribution of products
Job Competencies
Analytical thinking
Attention to detail
Diligent
Quality oriented
Deadline driven
Honesty and integrity
Collaborative team player
General
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