Production Manager

Manufacturing
Job ID:
77624
Walkerville, GP, ZA (On-Site)
Permanent
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  • Oversees plant operations to ensure safety, quality, and output targets are met efficiently within budget.
  • Maintenance Budget: works in cooperation with the RdM (Referente di Manutenzione) and with the plant maintenance manager in the preparation of the UGP (PRODUCTION MANAGER) maintenance Budget (work list) and cooperates in the management thereof during the operative period.
  • Budget for investments: identifies with the support of the RdM and of the Maintenance Manager the needs for improvements and modifications to the UGP (PRODUCTION MANAGER) plants.
  • Production Budget: prepares the production budget for the UGP (PRODUCTION MANAGER) unit with the support of LPP (cycle, discards and efficiencies)
  • General expenditure budget: prepares the general expenditure budgets for the UGP (PRODUCTION MANAGER) unit.
  • Optimization in the use of the production factors: ensures the correct use of the production factors in order to maximize the UGP (PRODUCTION MANAGER) unit results.
  • Respect for product quality and productive process within the UGP (PRODUCTION MANAGER): bears responsibility for the product quality and for the compliance with the work instructions, as defined in the Quality “Capitolati”.
  • Compliance with Hygiene and security regulations: grants that food safety and hygiene regulations are abided by (cleanliness included) in the UGP (PRODUCTION MANAGER) area and makes sure that the same regulations are followed in the areas of common use (corridors, break zones).
  • Staff and direct co-workers planning: Coordinates and plans the activities of the direct co-workers
  • Labour needs planning supports the long- and short-term labour planning, providing all the necessary needs for the UGP (PRODUCTION MANAGER) unit
  • Goal Definition: defines the tasks for his/her co-workers in accordance with the plant guidelines
  • Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma/B-Tech in Production management/Industrial Engineering/Mechanical Engineering
  • 3-5 years’ experience within a manufacturing environment (FMCG preferable) with management level experience

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Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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Our Application Process

We’re constantly looking for talented individuals who are ready to be part of our dynamic and growing organization. Ferrero is a company with a global presence and family values. Join us!

1. Apply

Complete your online application, upload your CV and include brief cover letter to help us understand your experience and interests

2. Assess

Our HR team will arrange a phone or video interview if we feel your qualifications are a good match for the job 

3. Interview

If the first interview goes well, you’ll be invited to speak with a Ferrero manager to assess your competencies, technical aptitude and fit within our dynamic organization