Production Controller at Distell

Applications are invited for the above mentioned position to be based in Secondary Production, Wadeville Supply Chain. The successful candidate will report to the Unit Manager.

Key Performance Areas Include, But Not Limited To

• Reducing unplanned downtime.
• Minimising losses and write-offs.
• Improve OEE. (Overall Equipment Efficiency) and ( ME )Machine efficiency
• Manage brand and size change overs
• Limiting rework or non-conformance.
• Ensuring the relevant process control is applied to produce a product which complies with quality specifications
• Development and motivation of subordinates.
• Managing administrative duties i.e. compile OEE sheets, declare and investigate losses on Production Order variances, compile claims, etc.
• Facilitate the Mini business operating principles, processes and practices.
• Attending various meetings i.e. Level 1 and 2, Safety, Multilevel, Problem solving and Service level Agreements.
• Leading a production team and overseeing the smooth operation of machines and equipment
• Attaining production plan

The successful candidate must have the following qualification, skills and experience:

• NQF5 manufacturing Management or Operations Management qualification
• Computer literacy particulary MS Office
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a production environment
• Identify and solve problems and make relevant decisions
• Be self-motivated and action orientated
• Be a team plater and innovator
• 2 – 3 years’ experience in a bottling environment.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Sound conflict handling skills.
• Ability to organise resources and effectively delegate tasks to subordinates.
• Ability to facilitate performance management.
• Can set controls over arrangements, follow-up and evaluate task execution.
• Ability to display confidence. Through perseverance and resilience, can stay with a task and display the required energy to achieve objectives and outputs.
• Knowledge of ISO and HACCP quality management systems.
• Computer literate in MS Office (Excel & Word) and SAP.
• Must be willing and able to work shifts and overtime if and when required.