A concern within the FMCG Industry is seeking a Production Controller to join their team. The successful candidate will be reporting to the Packaging Manager.

Open position : Production Controller

Location : Port Elizabeth

Type : Permanent position

Salary : Market related

Equity position : Yes

Job requirements :

• • Matric
  • Minimum of two years relevant experience as a Production Supervisor
  • Relevant Technical \ Production qualification
  • Computer literacy particularly MS Office
  • Experience within an FMCG environment will be advantageous
  • NQF 5 Manufacturing Management or Operations Management would be an added advantage.
  • Ability to work independently, identify and solve problems and make relevant decisions
  • Ability to work under pressure in a production environment
  • Be self-motivated and action driven
  • Be a team player and innovator
  • Sound leadership and conflict management experience
  • Strong numerical aptitude and analytical abilities are essential
  • Knowledge of ISO/ HACCP Quality Management systems
  • Must be able to work shifts and extended hours if required

Duties include :

• Achieve business and production plan
• Achieve production requirements against targets
• Achieve product quality
• Leadership behaviour reflecting company values, corporate governance and team orientation
• Manage innovation and business improvements in support of operational and segment goals
• Leading, motivating and managing a production team and overseeing the smooth operation of machines and equipment
• Improve OEE
• Minimise losses and write-offs
• Reducing unplanned down time
• Limiting rework and non-conformances
• Management of Workflow Improvement processes (Mini Business Area)
• Maintenance
• Managing administrative duties
• Managing the development of team

Should you meet the above requirements, please email your CV to lisa@kingrec.co.za 

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