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Compiling orders for efficient manufacturingEnsuring fabric is delivered to CMTs on timePreparation and sending of kitbag with all labeling, buttons etc.Close liaison with CMT factories to book production and negotiate pricesWork closely with quality auditor to ensure that goods dispatched are at AQLPrice confirmation and Negotiations with suppliers and printerCommunicating with client regarding sizes, logos, packing, deliveriesCommunicating layouts and delivery dates with suppliersApproval of layouts with supplierNegotiating with suppliers on completion dates and deadline dates i.e. embroidary printingManaging receiving, packing and delivery of stock with warehouseSpecialized Packing and splitting instructionsInvoices, collection and Delivery of stock between factories and to clientsReporting production status to Team ManagersVisit CMT factories NB!!!
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Position: Stores Supervisor
Location: Westville, Durban
Industry: Auto Parts
Direct Reports: Procurement Manager
Purpose of the Role:
To ensure that functions of the stores and purchasing activities run efficiently
Required Qualification and Experience:
Microsoft Package (Outlook, Excel, Word)PastelGrade 12Valid forklift licenseCertificate/Diploma /Degree in Supply Chain or Logistics (advantageous)
Key Competencies:
Product Knowledge (advantageous)Good command of EnglishComputer knowledgeTime Management and multitaskingPlanning and organizing skillsUnderstanding of stores function
Roles and Responsibilities:
Check finished goodsAdminister changes on stock listInput stock levels for barsCommunicate stock levels to production and storesDispatch of goodsProvide feedback about dispatch to customer carePurchase order on pastelEnsure sign off purchases by managerSend-off purchase orders to suppliersReceive goodsAssist staff with consumable itemsCheck on stock levels in storesExcel spreadsheet-dispatch-collect all relevant internals for orders being dispatch on the day. Get dispatch signed off by Shona.Copy dispatch & hand out of the factory floor guysWriting out of waybills for time freightPrinting out labels for BullbarsFollow up on dispatch in production with dispatch.Check goods loaded on to the truckDriving of forklift when required to assist with various stores function
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The Ideal Candidate must be avaialble to start immediately.
Minimum requirements for the role:
The successful candidate must have a Matric with good attention to detail.Previous experience having worked as a Receptionist managing the reception as well as having strong administration duties is essential for the role.Computer literacy is essential with good working knowledge of Microsoft packages ( Excel)The successful candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as time management, organisational and customer services skills.Must have excellent telephone skills and polite telephone manner.Must be able to multi-task by listening and taking notes whilst working under pressure.Must always be presentable, professional and courteous.Must be a team player and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.Previous experience having worked on pastel is preferred but not essential as the company is happy to train the person.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Attending to walk-in clients and visitors, greeting them with a positive and helpful attitude and directing them appropriately.Handling queries and complaints via phone, email and general correspondence.Answering the switchboard in a professional manner, and transferring and routing calls as necessary.Taking and ensuring that messages are passed to the appropriate staff member on a timely basis.Receiving, sorting, distributing and handling all queries received.Managing and ordering office supplies such as stationery, factory PPE, water machine top ups, cleaning supplies and keeping inventory of stock.Performing office administrative duties.Receiving orders via mails, messages or phone calls and capturing it into the order book.All other related duties
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Pasta Specialist : Research and Development Manager
The Ideal Research and Development Specialist should have previous experience from a Pasta Factory with a demonstrated history of working as the Plant or Factory Manager .
Must be Skilled in Sensory Evaluation, Management, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, and Research and Development (R&D). Education: Bachelors degree (B.S.) or equivalent combination of education and experience. B.S. degree in, Food science, or Food technology, Chemical engineering is preferred.
Minimum 5-7 years related experience in Research and Development or related field. Ability to read, analyze in English, French/ Portuguese / Spanish would be an advantage Travel is essential , as the candidate must be willing to travel through Africa, Middle East and the world - at least 30-40 % of your time will be spent travelling.
Role and Responsibilities:
Understand raw materials, packages, and finished goods and processing, technical function of each material and effectiveness threshold in order to assess regulatory compliance.
Perform activities relevant to the product development process, which may include but not limited to conceptualization, formulation and prototype evaluation, optimization and standardization, cost calculation, commercial translation and product launch.
Select new materials and negotiate prices for new materials and current materials, updating material list or vendors as needed with the goal of reducing the cost of the current materials.
Design and test products to ensure shelf life stability and all aspects of product (flavor, color and texture, nutritional content etc.).
Conduct variety of applicable tests and analyses on products to determine inherent properties and present analysis of results to the department for further product development and improvement.
Research consumer awareness or trends, relating to product development (including legal issues). Execution of research on consumer taste preference through validation internally and/or externally.
Collaborate with process engineers, plant management, marketing specialists and external customers in order insure projects remain on schedule and within budget.
Conduct production trials to ensure successful launch of new and revised products.
Monitor production to confirm plant capability and conformance to design criteria and train plant operation. Understand and apply knowledge of federal, state, local and international government and industry regulations pertaining to standards on food safety, nutrition, food preparation and processing in the design and development of products to ensure compliance.
Report and present oral and written updates including product demonstrations to team and customers.
Prepare all necessary document such as, but not limited to, test report, Standard Formulation, Standard Process, any other n...
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Excellent opportunity for an NPD Co - Ordinator to join a leading provider FMCG to major retailers.
Reporting to the Head of Product Development & Innovation, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the development of new products to meet technical and process parameters in a profitable manner.
Requirements:
Relevant NPD experience within flour and baking, or FMCG considered.Scientific and Technical SkillsPassion for new product development and food.Ability to communicate with stakeholders internally and externally.Must be passionate about baking and confectioneryCreate and execute NPD projects by understanding the market and consumer needs!Attention to detail
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Develop and deliver new products in a timely manner to ensure all products are technically compliant to the brand and retailer requirements and codes of practice.Responsible for the input of correct recipes to the company’s recipe management system.Photo shooting of new products and video presentation.Weekly reporting, update sensory analysis recordsAttend internal weekly brand & retailer meetings as part of the internal stage and gate process.Work closely and communicate effectively with the Process Team.Manage the samples that are required for nutritional purposes & for customers efficiently so all are prepared, labelled and dispatched correctly.Continue the rationalization of ingredients and recipes.Provide metric’s on a weekly basis so reporting can drive continuous improvement.Marketing the new productProvide training for the sensory and new product in the factory.
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Position: Stores SupervisorLocation: Westville, DurbanIndustry: Auto PartsDirect Reports: Procurement ManagerPurpose of the Role: To ensure that functions of the stores and purchasing activities run efficientlyRequired Qualification and Experience: Microsoft Package (Outlook, Excel, Word)PastelGrade 12Valid forklift licenseCertificate/Diploma /Degree in Supply Chain or Logistics (advantageous)Key Competencies: Product Knowledge (advantageous)Good command of EnglishComputer knowledgeTime Management and multitaskingPlanning and organizing skillsUnderstanding of stores functionRoles and Responsibilities: Check finished goodsAdminister changes on stock listInput stock levels for barsCommunicate stock levels to production and storesDispatch of goodsProvide feedback about dispatch to customer carePurchase order on pastelEnsure sign off purchases by managerSend-off purchase orders to suppliersReceive goodsAssist staff with consumable itemsCheck on stock levels in storesExcel spreadsheet-dispatch-collect all relevant internals for orders being dispatch on the day. Get dispatch signed off by Shona.Copy dispatch & hand out of the factory floor guysWriting out of waybills for time freightPrinting out labels for BullbarsFollow up on dispatch in production with dispatch.Check goods loaded on to the truckDriving of forklift when required to assist with various stores function
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Requirements: At least 2 years experience in a similar role.Relevant qualification.Must be able to CAD.Be computer literate. Duties and Responsibilities: Trend research for merchandisers buying trip.Photographing & numbering of overseas samples onto swift.Trend presentation preparation & presenting to customer. Assisting the merchandiser.Buyers briefing with the merchandiser.New developments.Prepare & send all swatches. Samples and all reference needed for factory to execute the style in briefing.Create & Load buyer briefs onto swift.Brief the factories over email.Brief additional packaging and information pertaining to each style.Updating packaging booklets every season.Send a copy of the original brief with original sample (if needed) along with colour swatches for lab dipping to supplier.Weekly Cad overview updates by style/program/customer.Checking of factory samples & lab dips against the brief (Merchandiser to be shown).Communication between customer & supplier on design/brief/colour/artwork.Returning & monitoring of overseas samples not used by customers.Filing of overseas samples/showing samples/meeting samples.Prepare copies of updated customer cad overviews for each customer to accompany customer production delivery reports (From Coordinator) each copy spiral bound together with header page.Rails cleaned at the end of every season i.e. fit samples, duplicate samples, old rail samples - team effort.Everyone is responsible for keeping their area tidy at all times.Cad overview to be emailed to factories confirming they have received all the briefs.
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Our client, a leading name in the manufacturing concern seeks an Operation Manager to join their team, based South of Durban. The successful incumbent will report to the MD. The main areas of focus is productivity; efficiency and effectiveness. Responsibilities • Management of the overall packaging manufacture process • Productivity enhancement • Continual efficiency improvement • Cost driver evaluation and optimisation • Plant process optimisation • Management of factory staff, numbering approximately 400 people • Engagement with unions and workplace • Establishment of detailed statistical reporting systems Key personality characteristics: • Numerative • Technical bias • Good people-manager • Collaborative & persuasive • Conflict resolution • Change Manager • Strong and firm manager – upwards; downwards and sideways • Logical & Practical Academic background: • Degreed (preferable) • Bsc/MBA • Likely in-house courses • Very computer literate • New-age person Work experience: • Productivity analysis • Large factory experience • Multi-disciplinary leadership experience • Highly computer literate
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RS Recruitment Services is assisting a large MANUFACTURING company to source a SALES ADMIN MANAGER to be based in PINETOWN, Durban. R 30 000 to R40 000 ctc. OUR CLIENT HAS GROWN INTO ONE OF THE BIGGEST MANUFACTURERS OF FURNITURE IN SOUTH AFRICA, WITH MANUFACTURING PARTNERS IN CHINA, VIETNAM AND INDIA. Purpose of the position is: The management of the sales administration team and the liaison between key departments and sales consultants. Ensuring all information and processes are effective and accurate from the start to the end of the sales process. Applicants should have/be the following: A minimum of three years of experience in a similar role in the manufacturing environment.Experience in the furniture industry, an advantage.A relevant tertiary qualification, an advantage.Hands-on experience with an ERP systems.Competent with the MS Office suiteOrganisational and multitasking skillsA team player with high level of dedicationHigh level of accuracyKey Performance Areas Manage sales administration team and customer care department.Create workable templates for orders on the system.Oversee receiving of orders and book into the factory for production.Placing of orders with suppliers and monitor progress.Supply feedback to sales team regarding orders current and overdue,Book in repairs.Carry out daily reviews of all outstanding orders.Providing sales figures on weekly basis.Monitoring orders through production plant.Job costings. Remuneration: R30 000 to R40 000.To apply please:Send your CV in MS Word format.Include a head and shoulders photo of yourself.Complete the application form which may be sent to you. If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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Pasta Specialist : Research and Development ManagerThe Ideal Research and Development Specialist should have previous experience from a Pasta Factory with a demonstrated history of working as the Plant or Factory Manager .Must be Skilled in Sensory Evaluation, Management, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, and Research and Development (R&D). Education: Bachelors degree (B.S.) or equivalent combination of education and experience. B.S. degree in, Food science, or Food technology, Chemical engineering is preferred.Minimum 5-7 years related experience in Research and Development or related field. Ability to read, analyze in English, French/ Portuguese / Spanish would be an advantage Travel is essential , as the candidate must be willing to travel through Africa, Middle East and the world - at least 30-40 % of your time will be spent travelling. Role and Responsibilities:Understand raw materials, packages, and finished goods and processing, technical function of each material and effectiveness threshold in order to assess regulatory compliance.Perform activities relevant to the product development process, which may include but not limited to conceptualization, formulation and prototype evaluation, optimization and standardization, cost calculation, commercial translation and product launch.Select new materials and negotiate prices for new materials and current materials, updating material list or vendors as needed with the goal of reducing the cost of the current materials.Design and test products to ensure shelf life stability and all aspects of product (flavor, color and texture, nutritional content etc.).Conduct variety of applicable tests and analyses on products to determine inherent properties and present analysis of results to the department for further product development and improvement.Research consumer awareness or trends, relating to product development (including legal issues). Execution of research on consumer taste preference through validation internally and/or externally.Collaborate with process engineers, plant management, marketing specialists and external customers in order insure projects remain on schedule and within budget.Conduct production trials to ensure successful launch of new and revised products.Monitor production to confirm plant capability and conformance to design criteria and train plant operation. Understand and apply knowledge of federal, state, local and international government and industry regulations pertaining to standards on food safety, nutrition, food preparation and processing in the design and development of products to ensure compliance.Report and present oral and written updates including product demonstrations to team and customers.Prepare all necessary document such as, but not limited to, test report, Standard Formulation, Standard Process, any other necess
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Our prominent client based in Durban is currently looking to employ a Chief Chemist; with extensive experience in the chemical detergent industry. The purpose of the Chief Chemist will be to act as the Product Information Officer (Technical, Safety, Certifications, Approvals and Registrations), Chemistry Support in all its spheres, and to provide the necessary training to the Sales team. Experience and QualificationsDegree or diploma in Industrial Chemistry (Degree preferred).Minimum 10 years’ experience in the chemical detergent industry.Working knowledge of detergent Chemistry and product formulation /development.Understanding of surfactant and antimicrobial products and emulsions.Understanding of production processes for Industrial and specialty products.Working knowledge of QA and ISO systems as related to the chemical industry.Knowledge or experience of running plant trials in a factory environment.Ability to liaise with external company clients and suppliers at senior level.Ability to organise work program effectively.Use of accounting system will be advantageous (i.e. Syspro).Valid Driver’s License and reliable transport (Minimum Code 8).Intermediate knowledge required MS Office 2013 - Excel and Word essential. Responsibilities:Plans directs and manages the full laboratory function and its staff ensuring that the correct capabilities and resources are present to support the full QA and technical functions required.Coordinates and directs research and development, product chemistry, optimised and accurate chemical manufacturing processes, ingredient and product analysis and verification, problem identification, modification of formulas.Coordinates scaled up plant manufacturing processes according to HSE and ISO operational protocols and applicable government regulations; Provides technical training at plant level as required.Reviews operational reports to make sure that quality standards, efficiency, and expenditure schedules are met.Interprets results of laboratory activities to laboratory personnel (mentoring), and management, and prepares reports and technical papers.Prepares and updates Safety documents for the company products as regulated (Technical, SDS and TREM); provides guidance concerning statutory Risk and Safety nomenclature needed for each product. Verifies Technical Information on product labels and product technical data sheets.Liaise with Toll manufacturing customers and agree / approve all product manufacturing processes and QA measures.Liaise with Suppliers regarding technical matters and stays up to date with latest formulatory trends in the detergent industry. Looks for opportunities to optimise chemical performance / cost.Responsible for System inputs and Change Management.To build and maintain product formulation data base (spread sheet with hyperlink references). Background function:To build an approved, supplier/ ingredient data base.To Create Procedures and Works Instructions for all new QA and R&D tasks as requ
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Fully responsible for the maintenance of general tools and equipment.• Removes old equipment and installs new machinery in factory.• Inspects newly acquired equipment upon arrival, checking every part to be sure that theyare working and meet industry standards before they are put to use in the factory.• Resolves and repairs all system faults and anomalies associated with installation,operation, maintenance, and connectivity problems, including changes, adjustments, andmodifications to control code and standard operating parameters.• Locates sources of problems in mechanical devices in operation by using precisionmeasuring and testing instruments.• Verification and the finding of solutions to the results of troubleshooting on the electronicand mechanical systems of machineries or allied installation for the overall company.• Analyses and investigates breakdowns which have resulted in production stoppages afterunsuccessful interventions from other Production personnel and reports findings to theOperation’s/ Factory Manager for further analysis.• Ensure that relevant daily maintenance documents are properly being verified (e.g., dailymaintenance schedule and maintenance report book) and acknowledge all documentsaccordingly. If any doubts or discrepancies appear, report immediately to the Operation’sManager.• Reporting, recording and arranging for any change of spare parts.• Ordering parts for machineryQUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:• Qualified Electrician (Red Seal) with mechanical and welding knowledge• 5 years’ experience as a qualified electrician• Must be able to read and interpret drawings• PLC – good basic knowledge and experience, programming would be an advantage• Knowledge and usage of VSD’s, soft starters, DOL, star-delta, forward/ reverse, servodrives• Knowledge on fault finding, testing of panels and installation of equipment• Working knowledge on cabling, cable ladders, wire ways, routing, terminations/connections• Basic knowledge of instrumentation, pneumatics, and hydraulics• Relay technology/ logics knowledge• Tools and equipment• General factory/ building maintenance• Motor applications and knowledge• Computer Literate• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle
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To oversee the manufacturing process of personal protective equipmentProduction plan for factory floor on daily basis, including key personnel and sales staffEstablish and monitor daily targetsManage and oversee all production according to production plan and delivery scheduleEnsure maximum efficiency by assessing operations and adjusting where necessaryOversee and manage machine operatorsOversee cutting room and outwork flowManage all production floor staff presently 18Oversee quality and control according to ISO 9001:2015Daily reporting to Management using excelOverseeing stock Management systemRequirements:Minimum 5 years experience with supervising clothing / PPE manufacturingExcellent understanding of production processes, lead times and deadlinesTechnical knowledge of sewing machines and operationsAbility to manage and improve efficiencies where possibleExperience with quality control using ISO 9001:2015Leadership and staff ManagementProblem solving and decision makingAbility to work under pressureExcellent communicationMust be able to use own initiative and have the ability to think out of the boxExcellent computer skills using excel is essential for reportingWorking hours 7am to 16:30 Monday to Thursday7am to 15:00 on FridayOne Saturday every month for overseeing stock plus weekends work required when necessary
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Key Responsibilities / Duties Measuring and Photographing Fit / PP samples.Filling in Fit / PP paperwork (this needs to be done with high attention to detail).Sending local fabrics for wash testingLiaising with QA on measurement discrepancies from Patternmaker.Ability to communicate with the various QA departments and build relationships.Chasing for garments coming back once comments are received.Liaising with Merchandiser to interpret and action QA requirements.Updating Sync once PPS samples are received sealed.Acting as the link between the sample room and Merchandiser, ensuring clear communication on status/comments/changes/etc.Arranging Lab tests and Lab reports by retailer and department.Ordering Washcare labels, ensuring Test reports are matching (this needs to be done with high attention to detail).Getting try-out packs ready for factories (markers, fabrics, seals and trims). Experience within a LOCAL manufacturer is advantageous.
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Durban - Fashion Designer required to join a leading Supplier to the major fashion retail chains.Duties and Responsibilities:Trend research for merchandisers buying trip.Photographing & numbering of overseas samples onto swift.Trend presentation preparation & presenting to customer. Assisting the merchandiser.Buyers briefing with the merchandiser.New developments.Prepare & send all swatches. Samples and all reference needed for factory to execute the style in briefing.Create & Load buyer briefs onto swift.Brief the factories over email.Brief additional packaging and information pertaining to each style.Updating packaging booklets every season.Send a copy of the original brief with original sample (if needed) along with colour swatches for lab dipping to supplier.Weekly Cad overview updates by style/program/customer.Checking of factory samples & lab dips against the brief – (Merchandiser to be shown).Communication between customer & supplier on design/brief/colour/artwork.Returning & monitoring of overseas samples not used by customers.Filing of overseas samples/showing samples/meeting samples.Prepare copies of updated customer cad overviews for each customer to accompany customer production delivery reports (From Coordinator) each copy spiral bound together with header page.Rails cleaned at the end of every season i.e. fit samples, duplicate samples, old rail samples - team effort.Everyone is responsible for keeping their area tidy at all times.Cad overview to be emailed to factories confirming they have received all the briefs.Requirements:At least 2 years experience in a similar role.Relevant qualification.Must be able to CAD.Must be proficient on illustrator.Design portfolio required to view for consideration
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Duties and Responsibilities: Trend research for merchandisers buying trip.Photographing & numbering of overseas samples onto swift.Trend presentation preparation & presenting to customer. Assisting the merchandiser.Buyers briefing with the merchandiser.New developments.Prepare & send all swatches. Samples and all reference needed for factory to execute the style in briefing.Create & Load buyer briefs onto swift.Brief the factories over email.Brief additional packaging and information pertaining to each style.Updating packaging booklets every season.Send a copy of the original brief with original sample (if needed) along with colour swatches for lab dipping to supplier.Weekly Cad overview updates by style/program/customer.Checking of factory samples & lab dips against the brief (Merchandiser to be shown).Communication between customer & supplier on design/brief/colour/artwork.Returning & monitoring of overseas samples not used by customers.Filing of overseas samples/showing samples/meeting samples.Prepare copies of updated customer cad overviews for each customer to accompany customer production delivery reports (From Coordinator) each copy spiral bound together with header page.Rails cleaned at the end of every season i.e. fit samples, duplicate samples, old rail samples - team effort.Everyone is responsible for keeping their area tidy at all times.Cad overview to be emailed to factories confirming they have received all the briefs. Requirements: At least 2 years experience in a similar role.Relevant qualification.Must be able to CAD.Must be proficient on illustrator.Design portfolio required to view for consideration.
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Our client within the chemical industry seeks to appoint an experienced and suitably qualified Chief Chemist to join their team based in Durban. The purpose of the Chief Chemist and R&D Lead will be to act as the Product Information Officer (Technical, Safety, Certifications, Approvals and Registrations), Chemistry Support in all its spheres, and to provide the necessary training to the Sales team. Job Duties • Plans directs and manages the full laboratory function and its staff ensuring that the correct capabilities and resources are present to support the full QA and technical functions required. • Coordinates and directs research and development, product chemistry, optimised and accurate chemical manufacturing processes, ingredient, and product analysis and verification, problem identification, modification of formulas. • Coordinates scaled up plant manufacturing processes according to HSE and ISO operational protocols and applicable government regulations; Provides technical training at plant level as required. • Reviews operational reports to make sure that quality standards, efficiency, and expenditure schedules are met • Interprets results of laboratory activities to laboratory personnel (mentoring), and management, and prepares reports and technical papers. • Prepares and updates Safety documents for the company products as regulated (Technical, SDS and TREM); provides guidance concerning statutory Risk and Safety nomenclature needed for each product. Verifies Technical Information on product labels and product technical data sheets. • Liaise with Toll manufacturing customers and agree / approve all product manufacturing processes and QA measures. • Liaise with Suppliers regarding technical matters and stays up to date with latest formulatory trends in the chemical industry. Looks for opportunities to optimise chemical performance / cost • Responsible for System inputs and Change Management • To build and maintain product formulation data base Job Requirements • Degree or diploma in Industrial Chemistry (Degree preferred). • Minimum 10 years’ experience in the chemical industry • Working knowledge of chemicals Chemistry and product formulation /development • Understanding of surfactant and antimicrobial products and emulsions • Understanding of production processes for Industrial and specialty products • Working knowledge of QA and ISO systems as related to the chemical industry • Knowledge or experience of running plant trials in a factory environment • Ability to liaise with external company clients and suppliers at senior level • Ability to organise work program effectively • Use of accounting system will be advantageous (i.e., Syspro)
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AVI Ltd. is known for its leading household brands across many categories including hot beverages, sweet and savoury biscuits, and snacks, frozen convenience foods, personal care products, cosmetics, shoes, accessories, and fashion apparel.NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED operates 5 manufacturing sites, offering world-class manufacturing facilities in Isando (Johannesburg), Rosslyn (Pretoria), Westmead, and Durban (KZN). It is home to some of the best-known South African tea, coffee, and creamer brands, including our delicious range of much-loved savoury and sweet biscuits, and our melt-in-your-mouth snack range.A career opportunity exists for a Section Leader RMS in the Logistics Department of the Durban Tea Factory reporting to the Logistics Manager.Job Specification: Key Performance Areas:Minimum Requirements:Establish a visual workplace areaReceiving and issuing of raw materialsConduct and communicate department performance at daily meetingsMotivate and train all subordinates within the departmentEnsure that the daily and weekly blending requirements are communicated to the teamEnsure people, material and machine resources are available to meet blending requirementsTrain the team members in new processes and technology when the need arisesDaily planning of the rework department and submission of samples for approvalsGenerate Non-conformance and work requestsHousekeeping of RMS departmentAssist in the supervision of the blending departmentDepartmental Labour resource managementCost managed within departmental budgetInventory managementExperience: Minimum 3 years experience working in the Logistics IndustryExperience with managing/ supervising teamsQualifications: Completed Degree/ Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management or Warehouse ManagementAdditional Requirements:Knowledge of SAP Manufacturing systemsStock management principlesKnowledge of IR and disciplinary proceduresValid Driver’s LicenseHigh level of computer literacy in MS Office SuiteCompetencies:Documenting FactsInterpreting DataStaying ComposedWorking TogetherMeeting DeadlinesAttention to DetailMinimising RiskPlanning and Organising
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Minimum requirements for the role: A BTech or MTech degree in engineering or related qualification is preferred having worked within a chemical or mechanical engineering environment.Previous experience having worked as a Production Manager or in a related role is essential for this role ideally working within the ink or related industries.Must have good analytical and problem-solving skills.Experience working on lean and Six Sigma is preferred.Robust supply chain experience would be an added advantage.Must be conversant with sales and operational planning processes.Previous experience handling an unionised work force is an added advantage The successful candidate will be responsible for: Managing, overseeing, directing and driving production efficiencies quality and quantity specifications ensuring that production KPIs are met.Planning and ensuring that overall supply chain strategies are obtained.Directing and managing plant operations for production.Managing and overseeing all plant activities with other functional heads to ensure manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.Implementing cost effective systems to control operating expenditures, manpower, overtime and ensure healthy industrial relations at shop floor.Improving profitability by yield improvement, energy conservation, process time cycle reduction.Driving 5S and continuous improvement projects.Establishing and monitoring overall plant performance for production as per quality standards.Maintaining existing plant facilities and equipment, replacing or making adjustments to plant facilities and equipment when necessary.Ensuring on time delivery of product at optimal cost and pre-defined quality.Maintaining safe practices, implementing QMS, EMS and OHSAS at the factory.Ensuring the standard operating procedures are available at all processes and are followed by maintaining safe practices at plant.Ensuring the quality objectives of all departments are available and are adhered to and provide resources to fulfil if required.Managing working capital and inventory effectively.Complying with internal and external audit requirements. Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.
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Our Client, a well-established South African Manufacturer is seeking to URGENTLY appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Maintenance Foreman to report into the Divisional Manager, based in their Pinetown KZN division. MINIMUM KEY COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS: Minimum, Trade Tested, N6 BTech or ND (Mechanical engineering) At least 8-10 years mechanical maintenance experience (essential) At least 2-3 years supervisory experience (essential) Ability to implement sound labour relations practices and maintaining open communications Be able to root causes analysis and implement continuous improvement channels KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Controlling call out of personnel after hours with a suitable roster Controlling job cards/ work performance of personnel Controlling quality of work done and attention to detail Creating an awareness of the cost of downtime Ensuring availability of equipment and overseeing the maintenance of equipment Ensuring critical spares are ordered and replaced Ensuring in-house training and guidance and multi skilling where it possible Ensuring the implementation of compliance to the OHS act of the Company policies, Fostering Technical innovation to improve efficiencies Having critical spares on hand Help implement world class manufacturing principles such as 20 keys/ lean manufacturing Implementing and driving continuous improvements initiatives, with a view to increase Monitoring and performing within prescribed budget Oversee the purchasing on allocated commodities Overseeing machines spares inventory Preventative maintenance through coordination of day-to-day planning of maintenance procedures and risk policies Productivity and reduce cost/ rejects and improve quality Providing factory with machines and equipment, manufacturing parts where possible and Recognizing the need and implementing the decision to build or refurbish machines Responsible for spares and the control thereof Scheduling of planned and unplanned maintenance Supervising all technical staff to ensure daily targets and deadlines are met Apply NOW by forwarding your CV, Cover letter + Current and Expected CTC Salary Package details to
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