Job Description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:


Production Lead

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA, AVEENO, TYLENOL, LISTERINE, JOHNSON'S and BAND-AID that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours.

Role reports to:

SITE LEAD CT PLANT

Location:

Europe/Middle East/Africa, South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg

Work Location:

Fully Onsite

What you will do

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Production Lead

This position reports into the Site Lead and is based in Cape Town, South Africa.

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA, AVEENO, LISTERINE, JOHNSON'S and BAND-AID that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who we are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours. For more information, click here.

Role reports to:

Site Lead

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

What You Will Do

Co-ordinate, control and coach the activities of the team in the Production and Warehouse areas. Ensures GMP, EHS and Quality requirements are met in the area of responsibility. To ensure that products are produced and stored according to the appropriate documentation in order to obtain the required quality. To approve the instructions relating to production operations and to ensure their strict implementation. To ensure that the production records are evaluated and signed by an authorized person before they are sent to the Quality Assurance Department. To check the maintenance of the departments, premises and equipment. To ensure that the appropriate validations are done. To ensure that the required initial and continuing training of the department personnel is carried out and adapted to the need. Actively drives and encourages the identification and implementation of continuous improvements initiatives within the Production and Warehouse departments.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality and Compliance:

Ensures compliance of production related activities with all relevant quality, compliance legislation, SOP's, Master Instructions and JnJ policies as delegated by the Responsible Pharmacist. Therefore, there is a pharmaceutical reporting line to the Responsible Pharmacist. Ensures that relevant SOP's, manufacturing procedures and packing documentation are prepared and reviewed Ensures GMP by maintaining production area and equipment in a clean and good working order; maintaining tidiness and minimising cross contamination risks Manages & over-sees manufacturing operations & ensures batches are manufactured according to registered methods Participates in management reviews as per GMP requirements

EHS:

Ensures product is manufactured to the required EHS standards and guidelines Implements EHS SOPs and MAPs Ensures that staff fully complies to PPE requirements in the production area Monitors waste generation and implement waste reduction action plans

Production planning and scheduling

Schedules agreed production plan in conjunction with planners to optimise manufacturing operations to achieve maximum utilization of resources Ensures capacity is available, including people, equipment and materials in order to execute the required production plan Ensures necessary communication forums are in place for personnel, e.g. morning feedback meetings. Liaises with support functions to facilitate the production plan

Production/Operations:

Executes production activities in accordance with agreed production plan. Optimizes utilization of manufacturing resources to achieve cost efficient usage of labour, capacity and materials Drives performance to ensure that Production targets are met Initiates trouble-shooting, problem solving and resolution of any obstacles in achieving agreed supply plan Ensures that company scorecard goals and objectives are achieved Ensures continuous improvement to reduce costs, increase productivity and improve quality Encourages staff participation in process improvement projects

Maintenance:

Ensures plant and equipment are managed and maintained to achieve optimal performance Ensures that preventative maintenance work is carried out in accordance with schedules Ensures that validation activities are carried out as required Ensures all change over's done as per the required work standard

Human Resources:

Manages and motivates staff to achieve the agreed production plan Ensures all staff is trained in accordance with the identified training plans Manages all staff in accordance with BCEA, LRA, EE Plan, Grievance and Disciplinary Code Recruits and appoints suitably qualified staff in accordance with company policies and procedures Develops annual employee goals and objectives and conducts performance appraisals as per guidelines Identify development and retention opportunities for employees to ensure business continuity

Finance:

Develops and manages the annual budget for the Production and Warehouse areas Tracks performance against agreed standard for material and labour and takes corrective action accordingly Identifies CAPEX requirements to optimize performance Creates and manages the required CARs for execution in the respective areas

Delegation:

In case of absence of the Key Role individual, assume responsibility for key activities in the following role, as

Delegate 1

for

Site Leader

.

What We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications

Pharmaceutical Diploma/Degree or equivalent qualification 10 to 12 years manufacturing experience of which 5 years should be at a Management Level Additional managerial qualification would be advantageous Projects/Continuous Improvement/Maintenance management experience and skills Lean/Six Sigma experience will be advantageous A strong track record in building, managing and motivating high performing teams Must be able to work under pressure Must be customer focused Previous OTC or practice in Pharma would be an added benefit for the role.

Skills

Excellent Leadership and Management skills Sound understanding of Operations Management, Financial Principles, and Legal Compliance Project Management skills and understanding of end to end project execution Ability to work independently and lead crosses functional teams Encourages input from the team on decisions - collaboration Analytical, Practical and good decision-making skills Initiative and Drive - Results Driven Good Communication skills Computer Literate

What's In It for You

Competitive Benefit Package Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More! Learning & Development Opportunities Employee Resource Groups

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.


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