Production Manager at PZ Cussons

The Role
The successful candidate will be required to:

•     Provide production management guidance in technical, 6’s and GMP support for the HPZ Fridge/Freezer assembly lines in either able to facilitate line teams by systematically implementing best practice in production and assembly fields
•     Deliver and improve production volumes and quality KPI’s to meet plan within budget.
•     Responsible for team’s development and ensuring the company’s values of CANDO are cascaded throughout workforce.
•     Managing the production environment including setting, implementing and monitoring production policies, standard operating procedures and practices.
•     Control and monitor production variances and costs to ensure they comply and meet annual budgeted targets.
•     Assist in the compilation of capital projects with the assistance of Project Manager, Engineering Manager, Plant Manager.
•     Ensure all work carried out comply with the relevant codes and standards, whilst maintaining safety and reliability.
•     Provide superior customer service to customers through Quality service (right product right time) cost.
•     Complies with local and national labour policies and laws.

The Person
The right candidate must possess:

•     Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality or Production Management in the assembly, manufacturing or related industries.
•     Between 3-5 years relevant experience in manufacturing management in food/beverages/assembly/motor industry.
•     Experience in Quality Assurance.
•     Some experience with multinational companies preferred.
•     Experience in a joint venture environment would be an added advantage.
•     Strong communication, analytical and costing skills.
•     A CAN DO attitude ,exhibiting our core values - Courage, Accountability, Networking, Drive, Oneness.