Production Shift Supervisor

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Established in 1954, our products range from Highlands Bottled Water, Highlands Cordials in Orange, Pineapple, Tropical, Mango & Lemon flavors, Carbonated Drinks; CLUB Sodas which come in 10 different variants & ENERGY Drink.

JOB SUMMARY

Education and Experience Level and Other Desirable AttributesDiploma in Engineering, Food Science, Chemistry or related filed plus 3 years’ experience in a similar role.Organizational and Leadership abilitiesCommunication and interpersonal skillsPrevious experience in FMCG environmentSelf-motivated with a results-driven approachProblem-solving skillsWorking knowledge on Good Manufacturing Practices, OSHA, and Production Process ControlBasic computer skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure smooth production operation during shiftTrain and coach production line employees and conduct their performance reviewsResponsible for shift schedule to include workstation assignments/rotations, employee training, employee vacations, employee breaks, overtime assignment, back-up for absent employees, and shift rotations.Coordinate production start-ups, shutdowns, and changeovers.Responsible for quality control during shift to produce product within specifications, meeting shift production goals, Preparing and submitting production reports timely and ensuring a clean and safe work areaAttending daily operation review meetings and make production presentation as necessaryManaging health and safety at work.keep records of workers’ attendance reportInitiate and give Direction on any process changes to ensure product specifications are achieved and maintained by controlling and stopping non-conforming products from further processing.Through effective production line balancing, ensuring employee skills progression for maximum output and plants optimization.Ensuring standard operating procedures are adhered toProvide guidance and assistance to a team of production machine operators and assistanceAny other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Production, Supervision, Chemistry, Food engineering

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Diploma, Associate's degree