Production Manager

Job Description : FMCG PRODUCTION MANAGER BRISTOL HALIFAX CANADA 15-20 years experience Role is open to International candidates The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in the achievement of the plant Annual Operating Contract and making the facility best in Class within the Global Manufacturing Network. This full-time position reports to the Plant Manager. Drive Safety accountability at all levels of the plant organization and lead the deployment of Behavioral Observations for Safety and the systemic implementation and progress of the Key Elements of Safety to pursue world class safety performance. Lead operational fundamentals and breakthroughs by leveraging lean manufacturing principles, methodology and practices. More specifically drive the Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, People and Environment (SQCDPE) operational framework through active promotion of the Value Stream Plan and the Global/Regional Work Streams. Elevate compliance to Key Elements of Quality and assure adherence to internal/external quality assurance and sanitation guidelines including AIB Gold and GFSI. Lead and be accountable for all aspects of process, packaging and sanitation through the Key Elements of Production (Formula Management, Total Solids Utilization Raw Material Utilization, Key Elements of Maintenance, etc.) Plan, implement and monitor production scheduling to meet scheduled production volume requirements through labor and SKU optimization as well as Compliance to Schedule. Progress and enhance the performance culture that exists in this new facility through advanced employee engagement and results accountability. Lead the identification and delivery of Cost Enablers by leveraging Regional and Global work streams. Strong communications skills, and ability to lead diverse teams. Knowledge of HACCP and 3rd party audit requirements is an asset. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and theories and their day-to-day applications. Clear understanding of the production business processes and the contribution of each to an improved bottom line. Proven proficiency and focus on good accounting practices by understanding the budget process. Self-motivated individual with proven track record of leading new initiatives and effectively managing projects to a successful outcome with minimum hands-on supervision. Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum 5 years’ experience in a production environment, at a supervisory level, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Ability and interest in taking on progressively more responsible roles within the organization. Proficient with Microsoft Office.

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