Manufacturing Director

Job Description : FMCG MANUFACTURING DIRECTOR PERU Open to International candidates who are suitably qualified and come with 20+ years experience Ensure the function adheres to health, safety, and environmental policies to safeguard the wellbeing of both staff and visitors. Provide leadership and guidance to direct reports, including first-line managers and supervisors. Oversee the company's capital investments in equipment and facilities, ensuring timely maintenance and repairs. Achieve daily productivity targets. Identify and drive continuous improvements in processes and productivity to meet performance goals. Ensure compliance with product quality standards, regulatory requirements, and ISO guidelines. Actively develop and implement a lean manufacturing strategy to improve processes, reduce lead times and costs, minimize work in progress (WIP), decrease variation, enhance quality, and increase capacity. Provide training to team members on manufacturing procedures, processes, and equipment. Collaborate with teams and supply chain management to maintain a balanced inventory, avoiding excess stock. Conduct regular audits of equipment and schedules. Perform risk assessments for processes and tasks within the department. Manage the department's Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibilities. Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) on the production floor. Effectively manage and achieve production targets on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, ensuring customer specifications are met, quality standards are upheld, costs are minimised, and optimal working practices are followed A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Chemical Engineering, Science, or a related technical field, or in cosmetics-related disciplines. At least 20 years of relevant experience, including 5+ years in a managerial role, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and 5+ years in a managerial capacity. Knowledge and understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and ISO certification. Ability to work independently, demonstrating resourcefulness and a proactive approach to recommending value-added solutions. Strong analytical and leadership skills with experience in managing teams. Hands-on experience in overseeing operations and addressing engineering-related issues. Results-oriented with a practical approach, capable of positively influencing employees at all levels.

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