Factory Operations Manager

Role & responsibilities

The Factory Manager will be responsible for managing the daily operations of the food processing unit, ensuring that production targets are met, and maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and hygiene. The successful candidate will have strong leadership and management skills, with experience in food processing and manufacturing.

# Key Responsibilities:

Production Management

1. Oversee daily production operations: Ensure that production targets are met, and production schedules are maintained.

Manage production staff

Monitor production costs

Quality and Safety

Ensure quality standards

2. Implement quality control procedures: Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure that products meet regulatory and company standards.

Conduct regular quality audits:

Maintenance and Engineering

Maintain factory equipment

2. Manage maintenance staff: Supervise and motivate maintenance staff to ensure that they are working efficiently and effectively.

3. Implement maintenance schedules: Develop and implement maintenance schedules to ensure that equipment is properly maintained.

Human Resources

1. Manage HR functions: Oversee HR functions, including recruitment, training, and employee relations.

2. Develop and implement HR policies: Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to ensure that employees are treated fairly and consistently.

3. Ensure compliance with labor laws: Ensure that the factory is compliant with labor laws and regulations.

Other Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement business plans: Develop and implement business plans to achieve production targets and business objectives.

2. Manage budgets: Manage budgets to ensure that production costs are controlled and minimized.

3. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements: Ensure that the factory is compliant with regulatory requirements, including food safety and hygiene regulations.

Preferred candidate profile

Education and Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field.

2. Postgraduate degree or diploma in Business Administration, Management, or related field.

Experience

1. Minimum 8 years of experience in food processing and manufacturing.

2. Experience in a management role, preferably as a Factory Manager or Production Manager.