Tuesday , March 19 2024

AVI Job Openings – Operations Executive

Website AVI Limited

Job Description:

An exciting opportunity exists for an Operations Executive at NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED Isando, Coffee and Creamer factory. The successful candidate will be responsible for all site activities and oversee the day to day operations of the Coffee and Creamer factory. The factory consists of various complex processing and spray drying facilities and packaging operations. We are in need of a disciplined, highly energetic and resilient manager with the necessary experience and abilities to take on the challenging role of Operations Executive and one that can successfully integrate into the senior management team of NBL. They need to be a dynamic and confident leader and have the ability to lead a workforce of around 350 people. The job requires a visible hands-on leader with a strong delivery focus and one that is very action orientated.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Take ownership of the site and its ongoing condition, compliance and performance.
  • Deliver Innovation projects, capital projects and other improvement projects on site.
  • Manage the factory within defined corporate systems which include: Demand Planning Systems, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Health and the Environment (SHE), Risk Management, Resource and Information Management, budgeting and cost management.
  • Foster a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and teamwork on the entire site with the support of the HODs and central support functions, according to our manufacturing principles to improve and sustain all areas of the operation.
  • Ensure Policy and strategy alignment, thought leadership and innovative thinking to ensure future success and sustainability of the factory.
  • Leading the site management team to collectively ensure a safe work environment, production efficiency, quality control, strict cost management and reliable product supply.
  • Ensure adherence to people practices which include People development, Communication, Industrial Relations, Performance management
  • Act as an ambassador for the NBL culture and values and to uphold standards and ethics
  • Leading and directing the factory to reach strategic goals, operational goals and key performance targets with astute business awareness and sound commercial rational.
  • Be the custodian of quality and food safety ethos and principles as a food manufacturer.

Job Requirements:

  • Ability to optimise business performance and develop a performance-driven culture
  • Ability to demonstrate a detailed understanding of Production, Engineering and Inbound Logistics with a broad understanding of Finance, HR, R&D, and Marketing
  • Strong Leadership skills, including the ability to lead a multi-functional teams
  • Ability to work within a complex structure, influence others and communicate at all levels
  • Commercially minded with strong financial skills and an ability to develop business cases
  • Ability to communicate clearly and influence at senior levels of the organisation
  • Ability to innovate and identify opportunities for Continuous Improvement is essential
  • Strategic and analytical thinking ability with Strong delivery focus

Qualification & Experience:

  • Leadership experience should include proven ability to lead multi-functional teams
  • Experience in a complex processing plant is essential
  • Proven track record in setting and implementing strategies
  • Experience in a food manufacturing environment would be an advantage
  • Extensive experience in a manufacturing environment at a senior level is essential
  • 5 + years’ experience in a Factory/Plant Management leadership role within an unionised environment is not negotiable
  • Experience working with relevant legislation and application in Risk Management

Job Details:

Company: AVI Limited

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, SA

Application Deadline: N/A

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