Job Description

Operations

Responsible for managing and optimizing the final packaging stages of a product's manufacturing process, including tasks like inspection, case erection, packing, sealing, labelling, and palletizing. Oversee the entire end-of-line process, from product inspection to palletizing and wrapping.



Job Purpose

Ensure product protection and regulatory compliance and implement automation solutions to reduce waste and increase output.



Key Accountabilities and Outputs

Process Oversight

Excellent at owning, managing and driving change a change agent within Control, Automation, Inspection, Coding and cross functionally.

Lead the execution of packaging value engineering and sustainability projects Drive effective Loop closure to prevent reoccurring downtime in packaging hall

Utilize the link between OWs and AWS to drive performance through VPO tools

Develop SWIs, SOPs and schedules reviewed and train Front Line Team



Efficiency Improvement

Analyze packaging processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and lower costs.

Work closely with excellent packaging technical team to develop and implement new technologies

Effectively drive MEO planning by utilizing short-, medium- and long-term action plans through focused L&W and continuous improvement projects.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work with other teams, such as production, marketing, and supply chain, to align packaging solutions with business goals.

Communicating effectively by conveying information and ideas in a clear, meaningful, and timely manner, providing information to ensure understanding

Collaborate with both Electrical, Control & Automation teams to identify, define, develop Integration & Automation solutions for packaging

Collaboration with ZTEs, Vendors and Reverse Engineering Specialist to deliver KPIs

Where requested, provide coaching, mentoring and knowledge transfer of machine operation to shift based teams



Machinery & Automation

Advise on and test packaging materials, considering factors like product fragility, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.

Select, implement, and maintain end-of-line packaging machinery, ensuring it is integrated efficiently with other production systems.

Research and develop solutions for complex automation challenges in the packaging environment through ZTE support

Assist with front-line support of production systems (including outside of normal working hours)

Equipment restored to an as new condition, in which initial deterioration is eliminated or controlled



Problem Solving

Drive projects to meet quality expectations and business objectives

Manage multiple objectives and assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Actively participate in problem solving (5 Why reviews, Abnormality Reports and PDCA/ITFs) to provide deep technical knowledge to ensure correct root cause identification and that suitable preventive measures are identified and implemented

Partake in maintenance postmortems to feedback problems, opportunities and learnings from maintenance activities



Quality Control

Ensure products and packages meet quality standards, including weight checks, proper sealing, and accurate labeling.

Regulatory Compliance

Make sure packaging solutions comply with all relevant industry and shipping regulations.



Qualifications and Experience

B-tech or BSc in Electrical or Equivalent

National Diploma from Technician Electrical, Mechatronics or equivalent

Experience in Siemens S7 and Allen Bradley PLCs

Good knowledge in Networks:

Asi-Interface, Profibus, Profinet, Device Net and Ethernet.

Drive knowledge in Danfoss, SEW and Simotion

Carry out housekeeping tasks, and apply 5S principles during the execution of duties

Specialized knowledge of the packaging process

In depth knowledge of field networks and HMI

Over 5 years experience in an FMCG Environment



Key Qualities

Analytics & Problem Solving

Excellent planning and organizational skills

Enquiring and analytical thinking ability

Problem solving ability

Great attention to detail with the ability to prioritize



Communication

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in teams

Self-Motivated

Ability to manage self with initiative and bias for action

Prepared to work standby and overtime when required

A motivated individual with high levels of resilience and the ability to operate in a high pressure

Physically fit (Physically demanding environment)

Behavioural Competencies

Persuasiveness

Ability to persevere until an effective outcome is reached.

Takes into account another's viewpoint when stating a point.

Looks at all available avenues of influencing another's decision.

Looks for a win-win scenario when influencing another's decision.

Leadership

Able to communicate and gain team commitment to a vision of what is to be achieved.

Abilty to work alone and alongside others

Inspires and empowers others to overcome difficulties and achieve goals.

Nurtures strong team identity and pride.

Continuous Improvement

Increases performance expectations when success has been achieved

Seeks out sources of information, including trade associations, best practice companies, customers, peers, subordinates, etc.

Finds ways to fast-adapt improvement ideas to work processes

Proactively seeks out resources, alliances, etc., needed to quickly introduce improvements



Collaboration

Helps others with their work.

Meets commitments to team members or others in the organisation.

Actively contributes to team discussions and the accomplishment of team work plans.

Shares expertise and resources to help others address their needs.

Seeks to include all those who can contribute to the most successful outcome and those who have a stake in the results.

Actively keeps all stakeholders informed.

Attempts to reinvigorate team processes when progress is lagging: stays engaged even when not in full agreement with the teams direction.



Accountability

Accomplishes assigned tasks and goals:

takes necessary actions to keep progress against objectives on track.

Prepares a roadmap for success.

Ensures that all who need to know, are clear about the plan.

Takes full responsibility for own actions and outcomes, including mistakes.

Always acts in the companys best interest, regardless of whether it is difficult or unpopular.

Ensures others are on track for achieving their goals