Parow: Packaging Manager posted by O’Brien Recruitment
Posted on 2025-07-15 00:00:00
| Employer | O’Brien Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Category | Other IT/Computer |
| Location | Western Cape / Parow |
Job Summary
Job Vacancy
Position: Packaging Manager
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan daily, weekly, and monthly filling and packaging activities based on schedules from the Planning Department.
- Analyse available resources (personnel and machinery) and allocate them effectively to meet production requirements and lead times.
- Monitor daily progress through a fill, pack, and transfer plan and conduct visual inspections.
- Establish and continuously review acceptable quality standards aligned with signed-off standards and SOPs.
- Recommend and implement changes to improve processes, such as adjusting priorities and equipment sequences.
- Analyse yield variances and implement corrective actions to minimise losses.
- Troubleshoot production challenges to ensure a consistent production flow.
- Monitor and control WIP stock by reviewing reports from the stock clerk.
- Manage waste by ensuring segregation, minimisation, identification, and proper recording.
- Compile and submit monthly reports on quality, delivery, and morale by agreed deadlines.
- Conduct internal audits and address any issues raised, including initiating and investigating ARs.
- Draft, review, and monitor SOPs in line with company requirements.
- Conduct risk assessments to identify potential risks and implement mitigative measures.
- Participate in recruitment processes when required, supported by HR, within approved headcounts.
- Identify training needs, plan SOP training per the skills matrix, and evaluate competency.
- Recommend and facilitate external training solutions.
- Manage employee performance through regular evaluation, feedback, and annual appraisals.
- Address workplace transgressions and initiate disciplinary action as per company policies.
- Monitor employee attendance and take corrective action as necessary.
- Foster a motivated and stable workforce by leading and inspiring employees within company guidelines.
- Perform all duties in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993).
Key Requirements:
- Degree or diploma in Operations Management or a related field.
- A minimum of 10 years of production management experience, specifically within the Cosmetics, Pharma, FMCG, or Food industries.
- Solid GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) experience is mandatory.
- Proven experience in overseeing a department of approximately 60 employees, including the management of 5 supervisors.
- Strong people management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and lead teams to achieve results while maintaining positive morale.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Manufacturing experience is mandatory; this is a factory-based role with no hybrid option.
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Labour Laws, and ISO Quality Systems.
- Proficient in computer applications.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, on-site role requiring a hands-on approach in a manufacturing environment. If you have the required expertise and are passionate about leading teams and driving results, we encourage you to apply.
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