Kenya Wine Agencies Limited Plant Manager Jobs

Kenya Wine Agencies Limited Plant Manager Jobs; This position is responsible for the long-term and short-term planning, organising and overseeing all areas of plant operations including employees, productivity and efficiency to sure the plant is running smoothly, quickly, efficiently and safely.



Main Responsibilities


Departmental Strategy formulation and implementation

Develop, implement and monitor the Plant Operations strategy/business plan to ensure that the plant operates optimally is aligned to Heineken and the overall organisational goals and objectives

Drive the development and implementation of future fit plant/ factory strategies, policies, procedures, and overall team to optimise value of the entire department in creating a world class supply chain function.

Motivate and lead changes in technical processes, products recipes, changes in technology, culture change, structural and other strategic changes in the Plant Operations environment and the business at large.

Conduct research on plant optimization and outline the future vision and automation of the plant. This includes but is not limited to identifying future automation needs, new production lines, the evolution of plant
operations, and the necessary skill sets for personnel to achieve the desired future state.

Develop business cases to support these initiatives and present them to the management team for decision making.

Future fit departmental strategies

Alignment to Heineken ways of working

Departmental annual budget

Develop, implement and monitor the Plant Operations budgets to ensure that the plant operates optimally is aligned to Heineken and the overall organisational goals and objectives

Achieve optimal operations within the Plant.

Management of Technical Projects

Develop and execute relevant technical projects and processes to improve the plant capacity and efficiency in adherence to project timelines and budgets.

Review technical method statements of all the contracted work out to third party contractors to ensure safe execution

Successful completion of technical projects

Conformance to Quality, Product and Process Specifications

Drive conformance to quality management standards ensuring timely execution of recovery and improvement plans for any identified deviation and trends.

Define and enforce adherence to work procedures and processes including updating the processes where necessary to achieve a seamless flow of work across the departments

Achieve 100% conformance to Quality, Product and Process Specifications within the Plant.

Food Safety Systems Management

Ensure full compliance to Food Safety Systems Certification, ISO 22000:2018 FSSC V6 on Site

Support all the New Products Development, NPD (for New to World Projects) & Pack - Upgrades (PUGs) in such a manner that upholds Site Food Safety Standards.

Compliance with food safety standards

TPM/ Champion of Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

Drive optimization and improvement of the systems and the work process

Entrench TPM2Win as the driving engine for Factory Operations

Enhance productivity and service levels aligned to business needs by creating an environment that challenges status quo and promotes innovation

Drive the utilisation of available automation/ digitization, ERP in the day-to-day operations of the plant

Ensure KWAL integrated management systems (ISO 14001 and ISO 45001) are continuously reviewed and take necessary corrective and / or preventative actions on the identified findings and drive closure in a timely manner

Oversee the overall program for asset care, utilities and facilities management to ensure optimal plant operations are safe and efficient use in the business.

Positive impact on plant operational excellence

Controls and Compliance in Plant Operations and Associated Processes

Build strong internal control systems (ICS) with proper segregation of duties (SOD)

Ensure plant operations processes are well optimised and controls are always sustained in line with Heineken standards

Ensure total compliance with all the legal, statutory, regulatory and contractual requirements to maintain the licence to trade for the business and avert risks due to non-compliance.

Ensure optimisation and compliance with the plant operations controls and compliance and associated processes

Health, Safety and Sustainability Responsibility

Identify safety and risk issues and establish corrective measures to promote a safe working environment in line with legal requirements and Heineken standards.

Driving

a Positive Health and Safety Culture in the workplace and playing a lead role in the Occupational Health and Safety Committee on Site.

Manage and control emissions to the air – e.g. boiler stack emissions of flue gases, generator exhausts from combustion of organic fuels and sonorous emissions/noise pollution

Manage and control of emissions to water surfaces including storm drains & sewer systems and effluent discharges

Manage and control emissions to land e.g. solid waste from site

Safe working environment

Promotion of a health and safety culture

Inventory Management

Ensure proper management of critical engineering spares and process consumables

Oversee and ensure prudent management of fuels, lubricants and other Consumables

Daily management and controls of Extra Neutral Ethyl Alcohol (ENA) stocks and blended products in the cellar

Manage stocks under Work in Progress (WIP) for goods under conversion in the packaging hall

Ensure optimal and secure management and reconciliations of Tax Stamps in the packaging hall

Proper inventory management across the plant.

Reporting

Prepare and submit accurate and timely management reports for decision making.

Informed business decisions

People Management

Establish systems to attract, develop, engage performance management and retain talented individuals

Create an environment where staff can realise their full potential and contribute to the attainment of departmental and organizational goals

Create a sense of common purpose within and across packaging, brewing and engineering to facilitate the timely delivery of quality products at the right cost and in the right quantity

Drive continuous improvement within the Factory environment

Represent the Business Leadership in the biennial negotiations of Collective Bargaining Agreements with the Labour Unions (representing Unionised employees).

Maximise potential and performance of people.#

High performing

Plant operations teams

Positive culture, survey results.


Minimum Required Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing/ Production Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Food Science and Technology


Professional Qualifications

Membership to a professional Body eg. EBK


Experience

At least 8 years, 4 years experience in management role in a manufacturing company


Competencies

Technical Competencies

Ability to manage complex technical projects, proficiency in computer systems & applications

Excellent understanding of ERP systems applications

High Aptitude in Occupational Health and Safety, including local safety legislation and the Heineken Life Saving Commitments

Thorough understanding of asset care philosophies including a working knowledge of the Heineken Asset Care Standards (HACS)

Good understanding of sensory science practices applicable to alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages

Strong product knowledge and expertise in manufacturing processes and applicable standards, including food safety system standards; good manufacturing practices etc


Behavioural Competencies

Demonstrate strong leadership skills, including the ability to inspire and motivate teams, foster a positive work environment, and drive organizational performance, champion of diversity, equality and inclusivity practices
Strong understanding of business principles and practices especially running a factory and manufacturing plant and ability to assess business risks

Ability to develop and implement long-term goals and initiatives that align with the company’s vision and objectives

Demonstrate a deep commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs

Proficient in analysing complex data and information to make informed decisions demonstrating analytical skills by identifying issues and developing effective solutions

Effectively communicating and presenting information, insights, and recommendations to diverse audiences through engaging and visually appealing presentations.

Ability to employ logical reasoning and critical analysis to evaluate information and make sound decisions

How to Apply

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