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Duties and Responsibilities

Manage the scheduling of all production team members to minimize overtime and maximize output.
Set department objectives/KPIs and review and assess the ongoing performance of direct reports.
Train machine attendants, setters, and supervisors on optimal machine settings, ISO best practices, and kaizen (to maximize productivity).
Reorganize the Production Department to reduce overtime, improve efficiency and improve quality.
Manage, coach, and develop a high-performing team that meets agreed objectives and delivers best practice results, added value, and continuous improvements.
Work as part of the Management team to share ideas and improve operations, recommending, supporting and implementing continuous improvement activities.
Prepare the annual Factory Wages budget and forecasts, as well as ensure compliance with legal standards.
Track monthly energy consumption and recommend efficiency programs.
Manage the budget from identification to completion of projects.
Recommend Machine replacement based on Energy efficiency.
Maintain all Production Records on SAP.
Monitor the efficiency of Production and Tooling.
Implement Kaizen and other processes in Company’s Operations to improve efficiency.
Liaise with the Maintenance Department To ensure optimal machine downtime and maintenance of all machine tooling.
Keep up with plastic technology developments and suggest adopting new technologies and techniques.

Key Requirements Skills, experience and qualification

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with a focus on Manufacturing
Knowledge of SAP or any similar ERP systems
Experience in Change management, manufacturing, industrial systems, and processes.
At least eight years of experience, with a minimum of three years in management and five years in a technical role.
Advantageous to have worked in a plastics manufacturing factory and have knowledge of polymers and their optimal processing conditions.
Excellent communication skills
Excellent leadership and management skills.
Must have exposure to change processes and team building.
Exposure to diverse environments.
Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
Good business thinking and financial understanding.
Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.

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