Job Description

Ensure line installations for the specific pack type deliver optimal results for our supply chain, with specific reference to minimizing waste, high quality and efficiency.
Drive the successful execution of new product launches by ensuring production/ technical readiness. NPD gatekeeper to ensure lines are capable of producing new products or use changed raw materials.
Ensure line performance to meet our production demand on time to meet customer demand.
Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Process Optimization and Efficiency
• Quality Assurance and Control
• Cost Management and Resource Optimization
• Continuous Improvement and Innovation
• Health, Safety, and Environmental Management
• Data Analysis and Performance Monitoring
• Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication
• Technology and Automation Integration

Skills, Experience & Education
Education

• Bachelors' degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Certification in Production Management, advantageous

Experience

• 5-8 years of experience in a production or manufacturing operations role within the FMCG, beverage or bottling sector
• Proven expertise in high-speed production environments with complex processes
• Familiarity with high-speed production lines and automated systems
• Experience managing multi-site production operations
• Strong knowledge of production processes, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement techniques.

General
Operational Efficiency and Performance
Conduct line assessments across all our plants to identify gaps against benchmark installations. Work closely with asset owners and plant technical teams to close technical gaps
Review and update best work practices across all lines and ensure implementation.
Implement lean manufacturing practices to reduce waste, minimize downtime, and enhance line efficiency.
Ensure implementation of maintenance strategy across all plants
Continuous Improvement and Innovation
Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives for production lines.
Identify and implement automation or digital tools to improve production execution and data visibility.
Develop innovative solutions to enhance process control, reduce cycle times, and improve overall efficiency.
Ensure that best practices are shared and embedded across all production sites within the business.
Cost Control and Resource Optimisation
Deliver sustained reductions in cost per unit (CPU) through improved resource utilization and efficiency gains.
Manage initiatives with plant teams to improve raw material yields, reduce waste and improve inventory control.
Ensure adherence to budget targets for production costs, labor, and maintenance activities.
Optimize energy and utility usage to align with sustainability targets.
Capability Development & Talent Management
Identify capability gaps across all our lines and work close with L&D and plant teams to close gaps. Support the introduction of Technical Operators for all our lines, taking on maintenance tasks. Based on benchmarks , ensure optimal manning on all lines supporting productivity
Quality and Safety Compliance
Check compliance to quality standards and quality routines.
Check compliance to safety standards
Achieve and sustain high performance in safety audits, incident reporting and quality audits.
Data-Driven Decision-Making
Implementation of line monitoring systems (Line view)
Develop actionable insights from performance data to improve productivity and reduce costs.
Establish clear KPIs that align with business objectives and track progress consistently.
Policy
At Coca-Cola Beverages Africa we are proud to celebrate diversity and we strive to achieve an equal opportunity workplace by being cognisant of affirmative action requirements. It is our policy to be mindful and compliant with all our regional requirements and national laws for those regions. Employment at Coca-Cola Beverages Africa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications directly related to their field of competence. We do not discriminate against an employee or potential employees because race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability and gender identity.
At the heart of our recruitment processes is the need to create a value driven experience for all applicants. To all recruitment agencies: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa does not accept agency resumes for roles that we post and make available. Please do not forward any resumes to any Coca-Cola Beverages Africa employees and Talent Teams as we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.