Q-Sourcing Servtec Group QSSK-KIL-PMC-Production Manager-Confectionery Jobs in Kenya

Q-Sourcing Servtec Group QSSK-KIL-PMC-Production Manager-Confectionery Jobs in Kenya

About This Job:

Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.

On behalf of our client in the confectionary industry, we are looking for a competent, skilled, and experienced Production Manager-Confectionary to work in Nairobi.

Job summary:

Reporting to the Transformation Manager, the Production Manager-Confectionary oversees the confectionery production process and coordinates daily activities on the production floor (production, packaging and finished goods) to ensure enough resources on hand as well as maximum efficiency.

He/she will plan production employees’ shift schedules, forecast production needs and prepare budgets to ensure workflow meets required deadlines and overall compliance. The production manager is responsible for all shift managers and their subordinates on the production floor.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Ensure proper and adequate insurance coverage

Develop and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) to ensure consistent quality of confectionery production, packaging and storage, as well as minimizing damaged products

Forecast daily production orders and timely production of goods

Plan and organize a work plan for all production floor employees, fill/oversee the attendance register, minimizing any overtimes

Manage and evaluate all shift supervisors, setting SMART KPI’s for the team

Ensure the product yield is met

Oversee daily production processes, food safety procedures, health and safety regulations and resolve any issues relating to product quality

Organize and oversee training sessions in areas of SOP’s, food safety, job functions, manufacturing practices, etc. whilst documenting the same

Maintain accurate records of production employee leaves, warning letters, deduction vouchers and other relevant documents, and hand this information to the HR department

Estimate costs and prepare budgets

Maintain retention samples when any changes are introduced in the raw materials or process that can affect the quality and shelf life of the product, and report accurately all feedback

Assist in minimizing downtime by working with the Head of Technical and the maintenance staff

Ensure sanitation schedule is followed and records are maintained

Research and Development for changes to existing products to improve quality, with structured reporting and feedback

Oversee the recruitment process, interviews, training and induction of new staff in the department as well as any appraisals and disciplinary processes related to the department

Investigate any variances in raw material stock and yield and document any resolutions/actions

Liaise with the procurement manager to

improve on recipes to ensure better margins and/or better quality

Implement and oversee the ISO 22000 Food safety Management system; Attain and maintain the ISO 22000, HACCP, FSSC, and Halal certifications

Ensure compliance with all government regulations

Maintain records of various process documents e.g., receipt of raw materials, inventory and usage of raw materials, production, final product weight and dispatch records, etc.

Obtain feedback from customers and marketing and sales staff regarding product quality

Maintain clear records of customer complaints and resolution

Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and relevant trainings

Any other duties deemed relevant by the management

Key Performance Indicators

Compliance with HACCP and GMP’S

Production planning and forecasting

Compliance with the production schedule – meeting of target production level when there is no major breakdown

Damage products

Customer returns due to quality issues

Planned vs actual production time variance
Yield accuracy

Response time to customer complaints regarding quality concerns

Employee grievance management and overall employee engagement in the department (employee satisfaction)

Product weight accuracy

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Production/Science, Baking Science and Technology or Food Process Engineering

At least 4 years similar experience in the bakery industry

Preferred HACCP certified

Registration with the statutory registration body will be an added advantage

Experience in management, operations, and leadership

Understanding of principles of ISO, OSHA, 5S, JIT, SIGMA or GEMBA KAIZEN and their application

Deep knowledge of confectionery and bread production process

Solid understanding of business and financial principles

Understanding of quality and food standards, health & safety regulations

Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgeting concepts

Experience in reporting on key production metrics

Proficient in MS Office and use of ERP (SAP preferably) software

Outstanding communication ability

Excellent planning, organizational and leaderships skills

Attention to detail

Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach

Troubleshooting skills

Commitment to ongoing learning

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Q-Sourcing Servtec Group QSSK-KIL-PMC-Production Manager-Confectionery Jobs in Kenya

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