The Superintendent is responsible to ensure the smooth running of the bagging facility by the effective planning and usage of resources as well as overseeing the overall safety. This position is responsible to co-ordinate and oversee all aspects related to bagging processes, resources per shift, and safe operation of the employees on shift. All activities, roles and responsibilities are aligned to the world class (manufacturing) philosophy, principles and practices.
WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FORSafetyInvestigate all incidents (safety & environment) Perform process safety audits Tracking and liaising with stakeholders on mitigating actions from investigations Closing external and internal findings Update task based risk assessments Update baseline risk assessments PTO Coach new employees on plant OHSA 8.2(i) appointment Coach existing employees on plant Manage leading and lagging indicators with team leaders Writing and developing procedures for operations
QualityDevelop, train and mentor on quality control procedures Develop SOPs and WIs (owner ) Co-ordinate training of employees minimising cost and business impact Investigation poor quality product NCRs Monitor and escalate raw material quality
Operational Cost controlMonitor and control line budgets (PPE, staff welfare, cleaning, overtime, etc.) Report cost expense and mitigation measures to management Continuous improvement on cost reduction
Working CapitalEnsure we produce as per plan (minimising stock outs and excess production) Investigate stock losses as per monthly recon report
Business InnovationReview losses and waste with multi-discipline team Propose solutions to losses Promote and participate in problem solving Encourage an innovative team environment
Plant EfficiencyPerform stock control (monitoring and planning) Reconcile usage variances against the BOMs Monitor and Challenges shutdown Planning
Ensure product delivered as per customer expectationsLiase with supply planning dept about the production demand (plan, sequence, expectations) Escalate delays with supply chain (customers) Perform standby function
Promote employee engagementLead task forces to assist in implementing world class baseline practices (TW, VM, 5S ext) Leading and managing change in the plant EDD discussion with team leaders Reviewing KPIs
Ensure production viewpoint considered within short and long term maintenance strategyProvide input on maintenance planning (equipment specific) Identify equipment performance deviations
WHAT YOU WILL BRINGQualificationsMinimum
Matric (Maths and Science) B. Tech (Chemical engineering) or B. Sc Engineering (Chemical) Lean six Sigma – Black Belt will be an advantage
Experience5 - 10 years' experience in similar role in a Manufacturing environment
KEY COMPETENCIESKnowledgeFamiliar / Competent in Microsoft Office Competent CRS Payroll Solutions
Core Behavioural Competencies
Decision making Teamwork Work standards Reliability Motivation of self and others Adaptability Problem-solving Integrity and trust Communication skills Planning and organization Stress tolerance Initiative Building relationships
Functional / Technical Competency
Coaching and Mentoring Facilitation / Meetings Charing Disciplinary Enquiry Project Management Effective Change Management Brand Knowledge Product Conflict Management Product Knowledge Root-cause analysis Excellent Customer Service
Cross-Functional Competency
Collaboration Functional Integration
Leadership Competency
Drive for Results Strategic Agility
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