Factory operations Manager

Responsibilities:

Production Process Management:

• Correctly follow standard formulation sheets and processes for different production activities.
• Manage and control the production process according to the production method of the product to ensure quality as specified in the product standard, while minimizing loss.

Organizational Skills:

• Use strong organizational skills to oversee production prepping, clean-up, finished product packaging, and labeling.
• Organize daily tasks according to the Production Schedule.
• Organize workflow to meet specifications and deadlines.

Team Supervision:

• Supervise and evaluate the performance of production personnel, including, technicians, and other staff members.
• Provide guidance and resolve various problems in the production process.
• Guide the production team on quality control issues to enhance product quality.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Maintain a working knowledge of cosmetic regulations for cosmetics and active ingredient regulations.
• Ensure that the team follows company policies and safety standards.

Equipment and Maintenance:

• Manage machinery and equipment used in the production department to ensure readiness, accuracy, and safety.
• Schedule regular equipment maintenance and inspections.

Process Improvement:

• Suggest process improvements to enhance production quality and capacity.
• Optimize the production process with regard to quality and safety as priorities.

Resource Management:

• Determine equipment, material, and manpower requirements for project execution.
• Develop project budgets and maintain expenses within the budget.
• Recommend cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality standards.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Monitor production activities and adjust schedules for on-time delivery.
• Ensure that the final product meets quality standards and customer specifications.
• Maintain all necessary records relating to quality assurance, production, consumption, and stocks.

Administrative Duties:

• Carry out and be responsible for other duties related to administration as assigned by management.
• Prepare work practices that are accurate and appropriate according to the company’s policy.

Vendor Liaison:

• Liaise with vendors for bottles, design, and label printing.

Requirements:

• B.Sc / M.Sc in Industrial Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related disciplines
• 3 - 5 years of experience in the cosmetic industry or related field.
• Knowledge of distribution operating systems and all aspects of production, and logistics.
• Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations.
• Knowledge of procurement, performance evaluation, and budgeting concepts
• Experience in reporting on key production metrics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail.
• Honesty, Integrity & Reliability.
• Flexible and adaptive to respond to a fast-paced environment.
• Able to manage multiple tasks against competing priorities.
• Able to work independently and in a group setting.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CVs, Cover letters as well as a recent passport photograph.

Deadline: 20th August 2024.