Plant Manager (GMG/SEG1)

Incumbent directs and co-ordinates the operation of the Plant in an effort to achieve production and plant operating objectives

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the

incumbent directs and co-ordinates the operation of the assigned plant (St

Mary) in an effort to achieve production and plant operating objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS:

Management/ Administrative Responsibilities

• Develops and monitors the Plant’s budget, operational and work plans and programmes;

• Participates in the development of the Company’s strategic and operational plans
• Ensure that accurate up-to-date records are kept
• Ensure that all employees in the plant are appropriately attired.
• Ensure that all employees possess up to date Food Handlers Permit
• Ensure that the plant is fully maintained at all times.

Technical/ Professional Responsibilities

• Plan and organize production schedules in collaboration with the CEO ensuring that health and safety regulations are met
• Monitor product standards and implement quality control programmes
• Determines quality control standards in collaboration with the Quality Control Officer
• Ensure the repair and routine maintenance of production equipment
• Determine in collaboration with the CEO the most efficient uses of the available resources including equipment and labour to meet production goals
• Assist with special projects as assigned by the CEO.
• Make requisitions for raw materials in order to produce required numbers of products.
• Monitor and control the use of raw materials, the requisition of supplies based on needs and the proper recording of production storeroom stock.
• Ensure that products are processed, stored and dispatched under hygienic conditions.
• Ensure that formulae are adhered to.
• Ensure and monitor the sanitation of the plant in order that sanitary conditions exist in and around the plant
•  Visit members of the school community on distribution routes on a regular basis to foster good public relations.
• Create requisitions utilizing AccPac.
• Attend managers meetings as required and to also attend other various committee and emergency meetings.

• Plan and monitor production schedules and product range for the plant
• Ensure that all plant equipment and machinery are in good working condition by

            organizing the repair and routine maintenance of production equipment

• Ensure that acceptable health and safety regulations are met

• Prepare and submit to the CEO, periodic performance reports and other specialized reports as required.
• Provide technical advice to department heads and other relevant personnel to assist in the preparation of their budgets.
• Ensure, through the Safety Maintenance and Security Officer, that effective security arrangements are in place at the location

Human Resource Responsibilities:

• Monitor and evaluate the performance of direct reports, prepares performance appraisals and recommends and/or initiate corrective actions wherever necessary to improve performance and/or established personal and/or organizational goals
• Participate in the recruitment of staff for the Plant and recommends transfers, promotion, termination and leave in accordance with established Human Resource Policies and Procedures;
• Develop and implement in collaboration with the Human Resource Department, a programme of Succession Planning for the Plant to facilitate continuity and the availability of required skills and competencies to meet the needs of the Division;
• Provide leadership and guidance to direct reports through effective planning, delegation, communication, training, mentoring and coaching;
• Ensure the welfare and developmental needs of staff in the Plant are clearly identified and addressed;

• Establish and maintain a system that fosters a culture of teamwork, employee empowerment and commitment to the Plant’s and Company’s goals

Required Knowledge Skills and Competencies

Core Competencies

• Excellent Customer and interpersonal skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in the relevant Computer Applications

Functional Competencies

         Excellent problem-solving skills;

• Excellent leadership skills;
• Excellent planning and organizing skills;
• Sound people management skill
• Sound strategic planning skills;
• Good listening and counseling skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent decision making and judgment skills;
• Ability to think creatively
• Able work under pressure and meet deadlines

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE;

• BSc. Degree  in Production and Marketing/Chemistry, or Management Studies are equivalent Qualifications
• Minimum Five (5) years’ related experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry.

REMUNERATION

Basic Salary: $3,501,526.00 - $4,709,163.00 per annum