Our client is looking for a skilled and experienced Packaging Manager to oversee daily packaging operations, ensure compliance with quality standards, and optimize production efficiency. This role is essential to maintaining high-quality standards and achieving operational goals in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily, weekly, and monthly filling and packaging activities based on schedules from the planning department.
• Analyze resources and allocate them to meet production requirements and lead times.
• Monitor daily progress using production plans and visual inspections.
• Establish and maintain quality standards in line with SOPs and signed-off standards.
• Identify and implement improvements in production priorities and processes.
• Analyze yield variances and take corrective actions to reduce losses.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues to ensure uninterrupted production flow.
• Control and monitor WIP stock and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Manage waste by identifying, segregating, minimizing, and recording it.
• Submit monthly reports on quality, delivery, and team morale.
• Conduct internal audits and resolve action requests (ARs).
• Draft, review, and monitor SOPs as required.
• Conduct risk assessments and address potential risks in processes and procedures.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate employees, ensuring they meet skill and competency standards.
• Manage employee performance, conduct appraisals, and initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Lead and motivate employees to maintain a stable and productive workforce.

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, Labor Laws, and ISO Quality Systems.
• Proficient in computer applications and production management tools.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• 10 years of experience in production management, preferably in Cosmetics, Pharma, or FMCG industries with GMP experience.
• Proven track record of achieving production targets and optimizing production efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Operations Management or a related field.

Contact information

Tamlyn Redmond