Our client in the FMCG Sector is currently looking to employ a Packaging Manager, based in Port Elizabeth.

Requirements:

• Engineering Degree or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Departmental Manager in a food or beverage manufacturing environment.
• Alternatively, minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Team Leader in a food or beverage manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership and people development experience.
• Strong knowledge of plant operations, production systems, and packaging machinery.
• Experience implementing strategic programs such as TPM.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and environmental compliance.
• Proficiency in budget management, planning, and performance monitoring.
• Ability to manage change and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

People Management and Development:

• Prepare training needs analysis and develop training plans accordingly.
• Monitor training effectiveness and ensure expected results are achieved.
• Support career development aligned with strategic business needs.
• Foster a healthy and positive working environment.
• Apply recruitment, compensation, and development policies.
• Conduct performance reviews for all subordinates.

Plant and Process Operations:

• Manage the packaging process in line with company rules, standards, and procedures.
• Monitor product and process parameters to meet specifications.
• Collaborate with the Quality Department and utilize statistical tools for improvement.
• Facilitate internal audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Minimize extract losses and ensure adherence to sampling plans.
• Support “lean” operations and implement productivity improvements using TPM.
• Ensure proper plant maintenance and operation according to manuals and schedules.
• Apply formal failure analysis tools such as 5Why and Breakdown Analysis.
• Manage and update process modifications and manuals.

Programs and Systems:

• Drive implementation of strategic programs such as TPM.
• Support the integration and utilization of business systems.

Investments:

• Develop capacity plans in collaboration with management to meet future production demands.
• Propose and support investment projects to enhance quality, continuity, capacity, and productivity.
• Assist in project implementation and installation processes.

Planning:

• Ensure adherence to production and packaging schedules.
• Deploy resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Maintain adequate packaging and auxiliary material stock levels.

Budget:

• Assist in departmental budget preparation.
• Monitor actual performance against budget and take corrective action as required.
• Communicate financial results to team leaders for alignment and ownership.

Environment:

• Reduce extract losses and process waste.
• Support compliance with wastewater treatment protocols.
• Promote water and energy conservation initiatives.
• Contribute to the Energy Saving Program.

Safety:

• Ensure packaging operations comply with safety regulations.
• Enforce the correct use of PPE.
• Implement and manage Safe Work Permits where necessary.
• Oversee contractor safety in collaboration with the SHE team.
• Promote and support accident registration, investigation, and housekeeping standards.

Other Deliverables:

• Support the company’s Health and Safety Policy.
• Facilitate and participate in TPM teams and pillars where applicable.

Please be advised that if you do not receive a response within two weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.