General Manager - Production - Food Processing

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure product availability.
• Forecast production needs based on market demand, inventory levels, and sales projections.
• Ensure the timely execution of production orders while optimizing resource allocation.
• Lead and supervise production teams, including operators, supervisors, and workers.
• Provide training, coaching, and development opportunities to enhance team performance.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards for all team members.
• Foster a positive working environment to improve productivity and morale.
• Monitor and maintain quality standards to ensure products meet company and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and oversee quality control processes and conduct regular inspections.
• Address any production issues related to defective products or quality concerns.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, health and safety laws, and environmental guidelines.
• Analyse and improve production processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Introduce automation or new technologies to streamline operations where applicable.
• Identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies in production lines and implement corrective actions.
• Continuously monitor and adjust workflows to meet production goals.
• Oversee inventory control of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
• Ensure the optimal use of resources to meet production targets.
• Work with procurement teams to ensure raw materials are available for production and minimize delays.
• Monitor and control production-related expenses.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising product quality.
• Ensure the safe operation of machinery and equipment to prevent accidents.
• Enforce strict adherence to health and safety protocols to create a safe working environment.
• Implement environmental best practices, reducing waste and energy consumption.
• Address any production-related issues, including equipment breakdowns, delays, or quality problems.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis and implement CAPA to avoid recurrence of breakdowns.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment is well-maintained and quickly restored when failures occur.
• Work to minimize downtime and ensure production targets are met despite challenges.
• Work closely with R&D to implement product innovations and new launches.
• Communicate with sales and marketing teams to align production with market demand.
• Liaise with the supply chain to ensure the timely delivery of raw materials and distribution of finished products.
• Prepare and present production reports on performance, costs, quality, and KPIs to senior management.
• Maintain accurate records of production activities.
• Analyse production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Implement sustainable practices in production, such as reducing waste or using eco-friendly materials.
• Ensure that production processes comply with the company sustainability goals.