Manager Unit I at Pioneer Foods

Closing Date: 2020/06/25
Reference Number: PIO200611-7

Specific Outputs

• Managed and controlled product quality assurance
• Forecasted product demand
• Maintained operations services levels and optimised plant, machinery and equipment
• Optimised manufacturing, warehousing & distribution of core products
• Approved and managed working capital budgets and projects and managed team

Required Experience 

• 5 years manufacturing experience
• 2 years managerial experience

Qualifications

4 year Tertiary Qualification in Engineering or Manufacturing Management

Primary Objectives of the Position

• The ideal candidate will have a 4 year Engineering or Manufacturing Management tertiary qualification with at least 5 years manufacturing experience, 2 of which should be at a managerial level preferably within the Food Processing environment.
• They will be responsible for the co-ordination of activities across a production facility in it's entirety in order to meet the required profit, quality and service standards.
• A key component of the role is delivering to forecast by balancing raw material supply versus production requirements through the efficient use of manpower, equipment and materials.
• An ability to analyse and report on data is essential as is the need for strong people management skills in a Unionised environment, as they will have direct reports and be full accountability for all plant activity i.e. production, engineering, quality control and stores.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills will be a critical in ensuring success in this role.
• Experience in plant optimisation and continuous improvement will be advantageous.
• The role requires an individual who is self-motivated and able to deliver autonomously. Previous experience within Food manufacturing, particularly cereals and the management of a co-packing arrangements will be advantageous.
• This role is based in Epping, Western Cape, shift work is not required and business travel requirements are minimal and constitute approx 5% of the role.