An excellent career opportunity exists for interested and qualified candidates to apply for the above - mentioned position at Otavi.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To oversee and improve production and site efficiencies while ensuring operational excellence, financial control, food safety compliance, effective staff management and customer & supplier relations in line with company policies and standards.

KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee site operations, production planning, stock control, equipment functionality, and housekeeping. Work closely with the Distribution department. Provide operational support within the distribution function to maintain productivity and quality standards
• Manage site-wide processes such as harvest intake, pest control, pallets, maintenance, and customer distribution.
• Manage and lead the team, ensuring performance management is carried out in line with company policies and procedures.
• Drive efficiency improvements and ensure adherence to health, safety, quality, and food safety standards.
• Facilitate and respond to internal/external quality and food safety audits; assist during internal audits.
• Ensure products meet company and customer specifications; handle non-conforming products efficiently.
• Maintain hygiene standards and implement applicable quality and food safety systems.
• Manage raw material ingredients and packaging materials effectively in line with production needs.
• Determine the most effective method to manufacture and pack products based on product demand (how and when).
• Continuously identify and implement actions to optimise utilisation of all materials and inputs to meet targets.
• Facilitate the development of new products and collaborate with project teams on successful execution.
• Draft, manage, and control budgets with accurate reporting. Inclusive of other financial aspects (POs, petty cash).
• Lead staff recruitment, training, development, and HR/IR compliance to ensure a high-performing workforce.
• Ensure effective administration, including reporting, procurement, payroll records, and client transactions.
• Manage customer and supplier relationships.
• Ensure preventive maintenance and repairs of equipment and facilities in collaboration with the technical team and service providers.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering or Business Administration.
• Management Development Programme qualification would be advantages.
• 5 years’ relevant experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• 2 years’ experience in a managerial or supervisory position.

OTHER:

• Technical background will be an added advantage.
• Computer literate with a good mastering of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Namibian Citizenship.