Our client in Stellenbosch is looking for a Factory Manager.

Job Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Take full responsibility of the entire Factory Operation (Administration, Stock, Reporting and Staff)
• Ensure that the factory operates within the parameters of local and national legislation
• Ensure that performance indicators such as Machine Utilisation and Labour allocation are optimized and downtime and machine changeovers are minimized
• Ensure the profitability and long term sustainability of the factory through management, accountability, innovation and the implementation of cost savings and improving efficiencies and recommendations where necessary
• Develop and implement necessary internal control measures, policies and procedures for the optimum function of the Factory and ensuring consistent and premium quality products are manufactured at all times.
• Scrutinize and analyze all current product ranges and identify and develop new SKUs within the capabilities of the business and make recommendations to the Managing Director

Minimum Requirements

• Tertiary Qualification: Relevant Tertiary Education (preference will be given to degreed applicants)
• 5+ Years’ experience, extensive knowledge of dairy products with a proven track record of managing a Factory
• Refrigeration, electrical/mechanical knowledge
• Knowledge of Safety legislation
• Computer Literacy: Proficient in Microsoft Office

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Ref: Paa000462/D