Our client, a leading Food & Beverage manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee and optimize their food manufacturing operations. With a commitment to delivering high-quality dairy-based products, they are looking for a results-driven leader who can enhance production efficiency, maintain food safety standards, and drive continuous improvement.

About the Role

As the Production Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring smooth production operations, meeting customer demand, and maintaining the highest quality and safety standards. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a problem-solving mindset to oversee production planning, team management, and cost control.

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 Production Planning & Management – Oversee daily production activities, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with quality standards.
🔹 Food Safety & Compliance – Implement and maintain HACCP, GMP, and other quality management systems to meet industry regulations.
🔹 Team Leadership – Lead and develop production supervisors and line workers, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
🔹 Process Optimization – Analyze production workflows, identify improvement areas, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and product quality.
🔹 Inventory & Cost Control – Manage inventory levels, track production yields, and optimize material usage to reduce waste and expenses.
🔹 Regulatory Compliance – Ensure compliance with local and international food safety and workplace regulations, including BSJ, MOH, FDA, USDA, and OSHA.
🔹 ERP & Data Management – Utilize Microsoft Dynamics – Business Central for production orders and oversee Easy Clocking for timekeeping.
🔹 Cross-Department Collaboration – Work closely with Engineering & Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Warehouse, and Sales teams to align operational goals.

What You Need to Succeed

✅ Leadership Skills – Proven ability to manage and motivate teams in a fast-paced production environment.
✅ Technical Expertise – Strong knowledge of milk-based production processes, including pasteurization, homogenization, and filtration.
✅ Problem-Solving Abilities – Analytical mindset to troubleshoot production challenges and drive continuous improvement.
✅ ERP Proficiency – Experience with Microsoft Dynamics – Business Central and Easy Clocking systems.
✅ Food Safety Focus – Deep understanding of HACCP, GMP, and personal hygiene policies.

Qualifications & Experience

📌 Education: Tertiary qualifications in Business Administration, Operations, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
📌 Experience: At least 5 years in food manufacturing, with 2+ years in a production management role.
📌 Certifications: HACCP, Food Safety Certification (SQF, BRC), or similar credentials.
📌 Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities.

What Our Client Offers

💰 Competitive Salary & Benefits
📈 Opportunities for Professional Growth
🤝 A Collaborative & Innovative Work Environment

If you’re an experienced food industry professional looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply by March 15, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.