PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Supervise and control various aspects of the production process to ensure optimal utilization of manpower and equipment, reaching optimal productivity levels at all times and meeting set targets.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Plan, organize and control the production process to achieve optimal results.
- Delegate functions to subordinates to ensure efficiency in the production process.
- Control the usage of cost items such as consumables, packaging materials, protective clothing and overtime.
- Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP and BRC approved practices, Health and Safety rules, FIFO practices, and all other company rules, policies and practices.
- Check that products are processed according to company and customer specifications.
- Be proactive with preventative maintenance and report equipment irregularities or failures to the technical team to avoid delays and losses.
- Ensure equipment is handled correctly and that damaged or sub-standard equipment is replaced.
- Understand, calculate, and report performance based on efficiency and yield.
- Ensure quantities produced align with the Fish Utilization Plan (FUP).
Minimum Qualification & Experience Requirement:
- Grade 12 with Certificate in food/lean manufacturing or related fields.
- Knowledge of BRC, ISO 9000 and 14000 family of standards.
- Maximum 2 years of experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing or production environment.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
- Be Authentic, Be Caring, and Be Passionate .
