Description:
In this position, you will:
• Meet budgets and KPIs set for the section.
• Provide operational direction to Maintenance supervisors/team leaders.
• Assist supervisors/team leaders in understanding section specific KPIs.
• Make timely decisions on distribution operations as requested by Maintenance staff and other Plant areas.
• Maintain staffing levels in maintenance according to approved levels, adjusting as per production forecasts.
• Ensure understanding and agreement on Key Performance Indicators and Maintenance Budgets
• Make prompt and correct decisions on maintenance operations as requested by other Plant areas.
• Operate processing plant and equipment safely at full capacity, maximising working life.
• Plan and manage daily/weekly/monthly production to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor labour utilisation, controlling costs, absenteeism, and turnover to achieve budgeted outcomes.
• Manage KPIs to ensure deliveries are in full and on time.
• Prepare and submit budgets for responsible departments.
• Emphasise and ensure quality standards are met, aiming for leadership in quality service.
• Drive continuous improvement within operations.
• Foster effective teamwork within areas.
• Conduct regular recorded risk assessments on tasks, equipment, and substances, implementing suitable controls prioritised by risk.
• Implement the company's Quality and GMP program through support, procedures, implementation, and training.
• Attend Hygiene and Food Safety Review meetings.
• Review Hygiene non-conformances, agree on corrective actions, and ensure timely and effective implementation.
• Aim for reductions in absenteeism, labour turnover, and customer complaints.
The ideal candidate will possess:
• Knowledge of food processing industry and fleet management.
• Detailed understanding of Baiada product range.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to make prompt and accurate decisions on the job and during production.
• Goal-oriented with the ability to achieve targets.
• Excellent planning skills, especially in logistics.
• Proficient in project management, particularly for immediate issues.
• Advanced problem-solving skills with a focus on long-term preventative actions.
Should you wish to apply, please initially forward a current CV to *****@oraus.com.au