Factory/ Plant/ Manufacturing Manager - Carbonated Soda & Tetra Pack Juices

Factory/ Plant/ Manufacturing Manager - Carbonated Soda & Tetra Pack Juices Job Opportunity - In Africa

Good Technical Knowledge: Acquired through hands-on experience in production and maintenance functions of plants, worked in factories having carbonated (colas) and non-carbonated drinks (Tetra Pack juices). Should have more exposure towards blowing and filling process in PET bottles and Tetra Pak packing. Knowledge in production equipment like PET blowing machines, Tetra Pak machines, filling lines, tray packers, straw applicators, utility, beverage processing, and process equipment in the juice industry like pasteurizers and homogenizers.

Plant Manager - Carbonated Soft Drinks and Tetra Pack Juices

The Plant Manager in a Carbonated Soft Drinks and Tetra Pack juice manufacturing plant is responsible for overseeing the production process, ensuring the quality of the final products, and managing the operations of the plant. The following is a detailed job description, including key performance indicators (KPIs) and key result areas (KRAs).

Key Tasks:

1. Oversee the production process to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality Carbonated Soft Drinks and Tetra Pack Juices products.
2. Manage the operations of the plant, including planning, budgeting, and implementing strategies to achieve production targets.
3. Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards, including food safety and quality assurance.
4. Develop and implement standard operating procedures to optimize the production process and minimize waste.
5. Develop and maintain positive relationships with suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders.
6. Manage and lead a team of production supervisors, operators, and technicians to ensure optimal performance.
7. Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective action plans.
8. Develop and manage the budget for the plant, including identifying cost-saving opportunities and prioritizing expenditures.
9. Ensure the plant meets environmental sustainability targets and goals.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Production Yield
• Productivity
• Quality Assurance
• Safety Performance
• Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
• Customer Satisfaction

Key Result Areas (KRAs):

• Production Efficiency: Ensure that the production process is efficient and effective, meeting production targets and minimizing waste.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that products meet quality and safety standards, and manage compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.
• Operational Management: Manage and optimize plant operations, including planning, budgeting, and implementing strategies to achieve production targets.
• Team Management: Manage and lead a team of production supervisors, operators, and technicians to ensure optimal performance.
• Environmental Sustainability: Ensure the plant meets environmental sustainability targets and goals.
• Cost Management: Manage the plant's budget effectively, including identifying cost-saving opportunities and prioritizing expenditures.
• Customer Satisfaction: Ensure that customers receive high-quality products and services, and manage relationships with suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders.

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Industry: Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Beverage Manufacturing