Lean Facilitator

SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Regional Operations Manager, the role is focused on the implementation of lean

POSITION INFO:

Job Purpose
Reporting to the Regional Operations Manager, the role is focused on the implementation of Lean and World-class Manufacturing principles within the BevCo Manufacturing environment. The Lean Facilitator will therefore support the development and implementation of efficient and effective business operations.

Key Accountabilities and Outputs

• Traineeship on operations management, with specific focus on manufacturing continuous improvement initiatives, reporting systems (Shopware & SAP) and lean principles.
• Involvement in project-based assignments and exposure to all aspects of our business, in particular Operations (1 Green Belt project per year).
• Develop and support the implementation of the World Class Manufacturing Programme within theoperation.
• Drive the OEE step change program utilising a Green Belt project
• Support the learning and development function with training delivery in Strategy and Planning:
• Evaluate manufacturing and production performance by gathering, analyzing and interpreting data and metrics.
• Measure effectiveness and efficiency of operational processes and finds ways to improve regional processes.

Operational Enhancements and Efficiencies:

• Providing manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting and analyzing production performance records and data for the region.
• Fulfil the function of Shopware super-user to ensure that the investment in the technology delivers optimal capability.
• Engage with the regional operations manager to the support the day-today operations of the Regional operation, to realise goals and objectives.
• With respect to operational matters, ensure communications, resolution of issues and project development where appropriate.

General Business, Financial and People Management

• Actively participate in strategic planning and budgeting processes
• Drive continuous improvement through streamlining and optimising relevant operational practices, processes and systems
• Ensure adherence to operational and financial frameworks of practices, processes, standards andcontrols
• Ensure Adherence to all applicable Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Standards

• Manage cost drivers and take the necessary action to mitigate financial risk and address variances
• and discrepancies
• Ensure that the right people capacity is in place and manage employee performance through effective and goal directed people leadership
• Adherence to the Quality, Food Safety, Health, Safety and Environmental Standards
• Adherence to Standards: Ensure strict adherence to Quality, Food, Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards.
• Enforcement: Enforce all food safety and health regulations, policies, and requirements at all times to guarantee a secure work environment.
• Personal Hygiene: Maintain exceptional personal hygiene as per the organization’s code of conduct.
• Contamination Control: Raise awareness about potential physical product contamination and implement control measures to prevent it.

• Health and Safety Measures: Take reasonable precautions to prevent health and safety hazards.
• Follow the prescribed incident reporting procedure in case of accidents.
• Knowledge and Compliance: Stay updated with relevant business information, policies, processes, and procedures. Enforce compliance with legislative and statutory requirements, as well as GMP’s
• (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Training: Attend and enforce the implementation of learnings from training sessions related to Quality, Food Safety, and Health and Safety.
• Housekeeping: Maintain high levels of cleanliness and orderliness within the work environment.

Qualifications and Experience
• BEng Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Industrial (preferred)
• Exposure to manufacturing and engineering
• At least 3 years’ experience within a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• FMCG experience advantageous