Job Description

Packaging Manager - JhbThe Packaging Manager is accountable for products packaging. He manages manpower, materials and energies in order to fulfil the Sales & Operational Plan, delivering, On Time and In Full, final products of the required quality at the lowest possible cost.Key ResponsibilitiesPeople Management and Development:Prepare training needs analysis and develop training plans accordingly. Monitor that training delivers the expected results.Ensure career development is in line with the strategic business needs.Maintain a good and healthy work environment in the department.Apply Companyxe2x80x99s policies in terms of recruitment, compensation and people development.Conduct performance reviews for subordinates.Plant and process operations:Manage the packaging process, applying the Companyxe2x80x99s Rules, Standards & Procedures.Monitor process and product parameters, ensuring respect of specifications.Actively collaborate with the Quality Department in order to interpret results (also making use of statistic tools) and use them as a leverage for improvement.Facilitate GSC audits at the plant and implement corrective action when required.Monitor and reduces extract losses whenever possible.Ensure sampling plan is applied by packaging operators.Support the Area Manager in establishing xe2x80x9cleanxe2x80x9d ways of working that can positively impact productivity.Monitor OPI and make sure structural improvement plans are produced and implemented, also using TPM.Ensure plant is operated according to the suppliersxe2x80x99 instructions and manuals.Ensure plant is effectively maintained and planned maintenance is applied (SAHARA).Prepare recovery plans, if necessary.Manage modifications of process control and installation, ensuring respective manuals are updated.Ensure formal failure analysis techniques are applied to recover in case of breakdowns (for instance, Breakdown Analysis, 5Why).Programs and Systems:Facilitate implementation of Company strategic programs (i.e., TPM).Facilitate implementation of Company systems.Investments:Together with Plant Manager and Area managers, develop capacity plans in order to cope with the future breweryxe2x80x99s requirements.Propose investments in order to improve the quality of the supply; the continuity of operations; the capacity of the installations and/or the productivity of the lines.Support the Technical Department in managing the implementation and installation of the investments.Planning:Ensure adherence to production and packaging planning and deploys resources accordingly, in the most cost-effective way.Ensure adequate stock of packaging and auxiliary materials is kept in order to secure continuity of operations.Budget:Drive continuous improvement and lean operation by ensuring that production output exceeds BOM and that HL/FTE is maximized.Support the Area Manager in preparing the department budget, in terms of materials and human resources.Monitor actual versus planned results and take effective measures in case of deviations.Share results with team leaders in Packaging Department in order to have understanding and buy-in.Environment:Reduce Bulk losses.Ensure waste reduction in the process.Ensure that the packaging Department actively collaborates for the smooth operation xe2x80x93 and within the legal limits - of the WWTP.Create awareness in the organization about the correct operation of the WWTP.Manage resource in a sustainable way; identify possibilities in order to reduce water and energy consumption.Support the Energy Saving Program.Safety:Ensure plant operation is carried out in compliance with safety rules and regulations.Enforce the use of PPExe2x80x99s.Make sure xe2x80x9cSafe Work Permitxe2x80x9d is carried out whenever necessary.Proactively manage safety of contractors together with SHE Engineer and colleagues from Technical Department.Promote implementation of Accident Registration and Analysis when necessary and support the SHE Engineer during the investigation of the root causes for accidents.Make sure housekeeping is maintained to the highest standards in the Packaging Department.Other deliverables:Contribute to the Companyxe2x80x99s Health & Safety PolicyTPM:TPM teams facilitator and member (if requested).TPM Pillar member (if requested).Job RequirementsEducationIndustrial Engineering Degree or equivalentExperience3 years experience as a Departmental Manager in a food manufacturing environment or 5 years experience as a Team Leader in a food manufacturing environment.Behavioral competenciesTechnical SkillsLeadershipDecision MakingTeamwork & CooperationCoachingProblem Solving Computer literacyMs Projects & Ms PowerpointKnowledge of international & local regulatory frameworkKnowledge of ISO 9000 & HACCP

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