Plant Manager

Job Introduction

Adexen was mandated by an international FMCG company to recruit a Plant Manager for their operations. The position is based in Ghana.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a small beverage plant operations to maximise efficiency and material yield with set framework of quality standards at optimal manpower and material cost and meet the production volume targets at all times.
• Responsible for the overall plant management in terms of operations, control and organizational structure and GMP.
• Plans, organizes, directs, controls, and evaluates the beverage operations of the plant to produce the products needed by sales. Ensures that the daily volume targets are met by production.
• Prepares the production schedules to ensure optimized production cost and reduced downtimes.
• Set daily production mix levels and agree shift arrangements with the Production Manager to meet the daily requirements of Sales.
• Plans and implements the maintenance management system of the plant that will provide high reliability of operation of the machines.  Prepares plant’s overhaul schedules without affecting production requirements.
• Ensures harmony and coordination in all manufacturing activities of the plant.
• Maintains the operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing the project, operational, and personnel policies and procedures to all the personnel to instil discipline among employees.
• Regularly reviews the operating results of the organization, compares them to the established objectives, and takes steps to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to correct and improve unsatisfactory results.
• Ensures the implementation of the quality assurance programs of the company which includes environmental and safety.
• Dispenses advice, guidance, direction, and authorization to carry out major plans and procedures, consistent with the established policies and top management approval.
• Develops a system that will ensure optimal and efficient use of labor and resources such as labor productivity monitoring.
• Coordinates closely with HQ-Projects on implementing new projects such as new bottling lines and common facilities, rehabilitation of machines, overhauling projects, and new manufacturing plants.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor degree's in Physical Science or Mechanical / Chemical / Electrical Engineering from a recognised university
• MBA is a plus
• Minimum of  8 years experience in performing production and engineering management in a food/beverage international company.
• At least 5 years experience in a beverage company preferably as Engineering Manager, Factory Manager or Project Manager.
• Organisational skills

We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.