Controller Production – BOKOMO NAMIBIA

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CONTROLLER PRODUCTION (Walvis Bay)

Reporting to the Manager: Plant, the Controller: Production will ensure efficiency and quality in the assembly of packed goods. A high level of responsibility is expected of the Controller: Production, because the safety and productivity of their team reflects on their ability to lead.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, direct, manage, control and coach production team to ensure that packaging is on time, and to the highest quality within budget and in an efficient and effective manner;

• Manage all staff across your shift effectively; monitor activities of workers during production;

• Lead and motivate the production team to meet quality and safety standards, maximize output and reduce wastage;

• Induct, train and mentor production operatives;

• Plan the workload and structure of your team, including resources, absenteeism, recruitment and the recognition of high-performance individuals;

• Ensure there is a complete commitment to continuous improvement within the team;

• Support and improve team performance by sharing knowledge and best practice;

• Develop and follow the production schedule in line with business and operational objectives;

• Perform safety checks on all equipment operated throughout the production process;

• Ensure equipment and machinery are properly maintained;

• Respond to unplanned stoppages and breakdowns and carry out basic problem solving;

• Report on any breakdowns to the Manager: Plant and Technician: Maintenance;

• Monitor department inventories and produce reports;

• Conduct daily stock controls count, record and report finished product levels;

• Conduct daily issuing of packing material as per production plan;

• Ensure that the department and production lines’ KPI targets are met or exceeded;

• Liaise with the management team to plan weekly production objectives to ensure maximum output from production hours.

Qualification and Experience Required

• Grade 12

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment

• Result-driven achiever

• Be prepared to work odd hours and overtime when required

• Be prepared to work shifts

Closing date: 30 October 2025

Submit Your Application
hrnamibia@bokomonaimibia.com.na