Production Lead

2 weeks ago

Western Cape, South Africa Ecowize Full time

**Responsibilities**
- Ensure optimal utilization of resources, adherence to production schedules, and cost-control measures throughout the manufacturing process.
- Coordinate labour, equipment, and materials to optimise throughput and minimise bottlenecks.
- Set and monitor budget targets for production, evaluating variances and taking corrective actions.
- Manage all aspects of the warehouse, including inventory control, stock accuracy, and efficient material flow to and from the production lines.
- Design efficient layouts in factory/warehouse for raw materials, in-process goods, and finished products to reduce handling time.
- Maintain appropriate stock levels for all materials, preventing overstocking or stock-outs.
- Guarantee that all critical documents are systematically documented and accessible for compliance and quality assurance.
- Implement and maintain quality control systems, ensuring products and processes meet the required standards and comply with relevant regulations (e.g., ISO standards, health and safety regulations).
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards, ISO 14001/ OSHAS 18001 best practices and local/national regulations for chemical manufacturing and warehousing.
- Utilise systems and processes developed and ensure compliance to best practices. Drive the continual improvement and integration of systems and processes, leveraging technology to drive efficiency and sustainability.
- Promote innovative approaches to production and warehouse operations, aiming to reduce costs, improve product quality, and ensure sustainable growth.
- Ensuring procurement strategies includes health and safety factors and focus on continuous development for yourself and people in your team.

**Requirements**:

- Degree in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering
- 3-5 years' experience in Chemical Manufacturing and Warehouse Administration
- Previous experience and knowledge in Chemical Raw Material Sourcing
- Knowledge of Chemical manufacturing/blending
- Quality Control / ISO 9001 implementation and maintenance
- Chemical detergent and disinfectant Industry exposure
- Inventory Management

**The successful Incumbent must have the following skillset**:

- Exceptional communicator both verbally and written
- Good understanding and knowledge of the cleaning industry and service orientated.
- Logical thinker as well as strategic and organized
- Ability to solve problems efficiently and to be pro-active in identifying potential problems
- Attention to detail
- Must have a strong preference to work in the Ecowize culture with the following core values; Respect, Honesty and Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Open Communication, and Service Excellence.

The Company is committed to complying with legislation and to meet its strategic goals regarding to employment equity.

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