Production Controller
Date: 11-Nov-2020
Location: EC, South Africa
Company: Distell Limited
Applications are invited for the above position based in the Production department at the Secondary Production plant in Port Elizabeth. The successful incumbent will report the Packaging Manager. Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:
Achieve business and production plan
Achieve production requirements against targets
Achieve product quality
Leadership behaviour reflecting company values, corporate governance and team orientation
Manage innovation and business improvements in support of operational and segment goals
Leading, motivating and managing a production team and overseeing the smooth operation of machines and equipment
Improve OEE
Minimise losses and write-offs
Reducing unplanned down time
Limiting rework and non-conformances
Management of Workflow Improvement processes (Mini Business Area)
Maintenance
Managing administrative duties
Managing the development of team
Contribute to a balanced scorecard of PQCDSM
The successful candidate must have the following qualification(s), skills and experience:
Matric with a minimum of two years relevant experience as a Production Supervisor
Relevant Technical \ Production qualification (National Diploma or equivalent)
Computer literacy particularly MS Office
Experience within an FMCG environment will be advantageous
NQF 5 Manufacturing Management or Operations Management would be an added advantage.
Ability to work independently, identify and solve problems and make relevant decisions
Ability to work under pressure in a production environment
Be self-motivated and action driven
Be a team player and innovator
Sound leadership and conflict management experience
Strong numerical aptitude and analytical abilities are essential
Knowledge of ISO/ HACCP Quality Management systems
Must be able to work shifts and extended hours if required
Application Process: If interested and meet all requirements, please register and apply via the Distell career portal by logging onto www.distell.co.za/careers Reference Number: 17263 Closing Date: 25 November 2020