Barline Production Manager

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Detail information about job Barline Production Manager. Terms and conditions vacancy

Located in Scoresby, we have a Production Lead  role to fill in an FMCG cereal and muesli snack food manufacturer. 

We are interested in meeting applicants who will thrive on securing sound operational outcomes within a food manufacturing business subject to growth, change and delivering quality food products to branded and private label customers as well as  promoting and maintaining a safe environment for staff.

Key responsibilities

• Must have a knowledge of bar forming equipment:  Conti Mixers, horizontal flow wrapping machines, robotic packing equipment, weighing machines and process automation.
• Must be flexible to work weekends on a rotating roster.
• Oversee the supervision of line employee's work quality, productivity and attendance.  This role also includes being responsible for the line employee's work and production levels.
• Identification of appropriate adjustments to machines and required troubleshooting with machine technicians.
• Maintenance of a full roster ensuring that line positions are manned and operated.
• Recommendation and assistance with implementing operating procedures which would ensure the quality of the lines' products. There would also be a requirement to abide by and enforce quality and safety standards with production line staff.
• Ensure that the line operates without incident or downtime.  This responsibility would also involve the documenting of maintenance issues and subsequent follow up.
• Promote continuous improvement within the bar line operation recommended by management. This may include getting involved with Engineering team in any process improvement projects or line enhancements recommended.
• Ensure that all new line employees are trained and mentored.
• Liaise with other departments to rectify issues with scheduling or human resources.
• Ensuring that the team and all staff are OH & S compliant.
• Engagement with site peers, quality assurance,scheduling and safety on a weekly basis to ensure that relevant issues are discussed.

Key Personal Attributes 

• Demonstrated working experience within a fast moving consumable goods food manufacturing environment for 5+ years.
• Relevant engineering degree level or mechanical or electrical trade qualifications.
• Demonstrated ability to manage product quality, safety, productivity and attendance of a team of line employees.
• Proven ability to multitask, set and manage priorities based on organisational requirements.
• A track record of delivering results within a production team environment
• Intermediate excel and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to work with peers in a positive manner on a daily basis to support the customer and team.
• Good interpersonal experience with a wide range of business people.
• The drive to meet and own the outcomes sought from this role.
• Exceptional written, verbal communications and organizational skills.
• Active listening skills.
• Understanding and proven commitment to the role.