We are looking for an experienced Production Manager to lead our soap body cream production efforts. As the leader of the Manufacturing team, you’ll be tasked with expanding our production capabilities and driving innovation along the end-to-end value chain.
The Soap and body cream production Manager is a pioneer who owns the manufacturing side of our soap-making process and based on experience either directly oversees day-to-day soap and body cream production team and operations or collaborates closely with the manufacturing team(s) in planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the activities.
The core focus of the role is on scaling capacity, driving (manufacturing) innovation, process improvement, and optimizing quality.
Responsibilities
Own the manufacturing process of our soap and body cream production lines
Evaluate, (re)design, and build our current soap packaging process(es)
Think outside the box in evaluating alternative production methods and equipment
Lead all day-to-day soap and body cream making activities
Improve the efficiency of the production process
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
18 years’ experience in FMCG manufacturing – in production roles
Proven proficiency is production analysis
Knowledge of SOPs and Quality Management Systems
Deep understanding of process management and process improvement
A passion for manufacturing and process management
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, have excellent communication and planning skills, be detailed oriented and able to meet deadlines
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
Able and willing to work in physically demanding production environment.