Description Position duties: Providing leadership and mentoring to all key resources at the facility. Directs, manages, and optimizes the overall operations of the Company Juicing facility. In conjunction with management, sets policies and makes decisions guiding productivity, quality, and cost efficiency of plant operations. Establish systems to collect metrics, analyse productivity and set performance targets that will meet revenue and cost goals. Drive lean and World class principals and methodologies. Leads the development and deployment of fruit process practices focused on quality and continuous improvement. Ensures robust plant safety and security procedures and training are in place and that operations are in compliance with all required regulations and legislation. Leads any Labour relations activities involving the plant. Directs plant level support functions including all procurement, engineering, materials, quality assurance and human resources to ensure alignment with overall plant operations. Conduct performance appraisals and provide coaching and guidance to all operations managers. Influence a positive culture of staff engagement at the facility. Position requirements: Relevant tertiary qualification is essential - Mechanical/Electrical /Industrial Engineering degree coupled with 10 years' management experience) Business qualification will be advantageous. Fully computer literate – MS Office including Word, Excel and Outlook. Good administrative skills Good knowledge of HACCP will be an advantage. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) Sound interpersonal skills Exceptional resilience to pressure Ability to work with teams and lead decision-making processes in a team environment
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