Production Manager at ICS Outsourcing Limited

We are looking for an experienced Production Manager to lead our soap production efforts.

As the leader of the Manufacturing team, you’ll be tasked with expanding our production capabilities and driving innovation along the end-to-end value chain.

The Soap Production Manager is a pioneer who owns the manufacturing side of our soap-making process and based on experience either directly oversees day-to-day soap production team and operations or collaborates closely with the manufacturing team(s) in planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the activities.

The core focus of the role is on scaling capacity, driving (manufacturing) innovation, process improvement, and optimizing quality.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 10 years’ experience in FMCG manufacturing – in production roles
• Proven proficiency in Six Sigma, LEAN and process improvement
  • Six Sigma Black Belt is a plus
• Knowledge of GMPs and Quality Management Systems
• Deep understanding of process management and process improvement
• A passion for manufacturing and process management
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, have excellent communication and planning skills, be detailed oriented and able to meet deadlines
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Able and willing to work in physically demanding production environment

Responsibilities:

• Own the manufacturing process of our soap production lines
• Evaluate, (re)design, and build our current soap packaging process(es)
• Think outside the box in evaluating alternative production methods and equipment
• Lead all day-to-day soap making activities
• Improve the efficiency of the production process