Factory Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya

Factory Manager

Job Summary

Responsible for planning and directing the layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, and work force utilization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BS or BA) from a four-year college or universityMinimum 18 years and above of related experienceMust have food/beverage manufacturing plant operations experience; dairy experience is highly desirableAbility to demonstrate a thorough understanding of regulatory laws and responsibilities as relative to processing and filling.Demonstrates basic understanding of budgeting, cost control and federal milk marketing reportingDemonstrate an understanding of dairy food processing.Must have prior experience working in a union environmentStrong team player with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplinesMust be able to train, supervise and develop staff, formulate policy, and direct activitiesAbility to assess, evaluate, and solve problems Ability to work long hours.Excellent verbal/written communication skillsAbility to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs Manages and oversees the daily activities of a manufacturing unit. Manage the procurement of milk and other ingredients, and the manufacture, marketing and sale of cheese products.Develops and implements policies and proceduresCoordinate and direct plant operations in the achievement of production, cost, quality safety objectives.Ensure that the quality of products produced at the facility is consistent with intended design and desired image.Monitor intake procedures of raw dairy products to assure quality standards are met and production shortages are avoided.Coordinate production activities with procurement, sales, distribution, maintenance and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of manpower, machines and equipment.Ensure accurate, timely, and efficient operation of shipping warehouse.  Coordinate with transportation, sales, and others as needed to meet needs of customer orders.Contributes to the development of budgets and cost controls. Ensure direct reports analyze, budget, and control spending for their respective cost center.Provide for the personal and professional growth of team through coaching, feedback and opportunity.Foster participation of the workforce to enhance awareness and cooperation.Facilitate the development of strategies and corrective actions to resolve quality issues as necessary.Implements and maintains Company manufacturing policies, procedures, and production control programs.Insure compliance with company policies and all government regulations.Must insure full compliance with all quality assurance standards.Insure full compliance with company dress code policy and good hygiene practices. Insure compliance and enforcement of all work rules and regulations to plant operations and all applicable employees.Provide for the development, prioritization and execution of capital improvement projects within the facility.Promote Company Culture Perform any other assigned tasks.Understands the common goals of the company. Sets a good example. Works well with others. Technical Knowledge Requirements:Knowledge of production operations management for quality, yield and cost Knowledge of plant technical activities Knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory management Software program proficiency in: Excel, Word, PowerPoint Qualifying candidates should send their application letter together with detailed Curriculum Vitae to recruit@odumont.com  before C.O.B 10th February 2013.

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