Foster Clark Products Ltd 

Reporting to the Lead Manufacturing Engineer, the Manufacturing Engineer develops into the subject matter expert for the asset group assigned. By developing maintenance and operational procedures, the Manufacturing Engineer ensures the optimal operation of productive assets in a safe and sustainable way .

Key Accountabilities
Asset Performance Management
<ul>
<li>Monitor line performance on a shift-to-shift basis and follow up on any deviations to ensure processes are maintained in control.</li>
<li>Take ownership of the development and deployment of maintenance plans with a data driven approach.</li>
<li>Be a champion of root cause analysis when diagnosing issues in order to develop and propose the most effective continuous improvement plan.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Project Management
<ul>
<li>Lead cross-departmental teams in projects related to the designated asset group.</li>
<li>Support product development through the creation of prototypes and specifications through testing and qualification of new products.</li>
<li>Prepare documentation for transfer of projects into production, including testing plan and training modules for operations.</li>
</ul>
Health &amp; Safety
<ul>
<li>Promote a culture of health and safety by following all health and safety procedures and protocols.</li>
<li>Ensuring all safety systems are in good working order and take a proactive approach at ensuring safety during operation and interventions on the designated asset group.</li>
<li>Ensure a safe working environment exists and promote a clean and well organised work space by following 5S principles at all times.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Ideal Candidate Profile
Education
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering.</li>
</ul>

Experience
<ul>
<li>Minimum 2 years’ hands-on experience, ideally in a food manufacturing environment.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Technical Skills
<ul>
<li>Familiarity of food packaging and/or processing equipment</li>
<li>Familiarity with GMPs, Safe Food Handling, HACCP and HSE guidelines</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of AutoCAD</li>
<li>Hands on knowledge of project management techniques</li>
<li>Continuous improvement through the development of procedures and processes</li>
</ul>

Competencies
<ul>
<li>Leadership skills</li>
<li>Analytical thinking and problem solving</li>
<li>Action Oriented</li>
<li>Teamwork</li>
<li>Verbal and written communication</li>
<li>Programme and project management</li>
</ul>

Reporting to the Lead Manufacturing Engineer, the Manufacturing Engineer develops into the subject matter expert for the asset group assigned. By developing maintenance and operational procedures,...

Manufacturing Engineer

Responsible for loading / unloading and transportation of finished goods and materials from one place to another using a heavy vehicle - trailer.

Key Accountabilities

<ul>
	<li>Deliver goods to and from warehouse, as also transfer goods from one factory site to another.</li>
	<li>Load and unload cargo.</li>
	<li>Make sure that goods and materials are properly secured</li>
	<li>Sign outgoing delivery note and obtain signature on same delivery note by the receiving warehouse.</li>
	<li>Maintain daily activity log sheet.</li>
	<li>Fill up on fuel and inspect vehicle before start of daily operations.</li>
	<li>Keep truck and associated equipment clean.</li>
	<li>Report any accident encountered, injury or damage of vehicles to warehouse administrator.</li>
</ul>

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Ideal Candidate Profile

Education

<ul>
	<li>School leaving certificate.</li>
	<li>Obtained and maintained a valid CPC licence.</li>
	<li>Obtained and maintained a valid Counterbalance certification</li>
</ul>

Experience

<ul>
	<li>2 years&rsquo; experience, driving heavy vehicle</li>
</ul>

Technical skills

<ul>
	<li>Good knowledge of warehouse distribution Process</li>
</ul>

Competencies

<ul>
	<li>Customer service orientation</li>
</ul>

Responsible for loading / unloading and transportation of finished goods and materials from one place to another using a heavy vehicle - trailer.

Key Accountabilities


	Deliver goods to and...

Heavy Vehicle Driver

Reporting to the Plant Manager, The Manufacturing shift Manager will be responsible for the execution of production, maintenance, and process activities during his/her shift, and the coordination with all stakeholders to achieve established manufacturing objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner. He or she acts as a guiding figure within the manufacturing plant on a 3-shift rotation pattern, by leading a team of operative and technical staff to fulfil the production requirements while providing support, driving continuous improvement, and holding individuals and teams accountable. The Manufacturing Shift Manager possesses a good understanding of the technical, production, and human aspects that compose a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Accountabilities
Execution of the shift manufacturing activities in line with the production plan and company objectives&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Accountable for the execution of the daily production plan – including all the manufacturing resources and activities pertaining to the shift in line with defined objectives, KPIs, quality, and food safety standards.</li>
<li>Management and support of all productive and technical personnel to fulfil the production plan.</li>
<li>Active involvement in problem solving activities</li>
<li>Collect and analyse data to drive continuous improvement related to safety, efficiency, quality, waste reduction, flexibility, and speed of execution, using root causes analysis methodologies and action planning.</li>
<li>Prepare, analyse, and issue periodic production and performance reports.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Quality Control and Adherence to procedures in line with Company standards
<ul>
<li>Work within the Health &amp; Safety Framework and the Quality Management System, including HACCP protocols and food safety requirements,&nbsp;</li>
<li>Always ensure full observance of housekeeping, GMP, and 5S practices and shift conformance to health and safety,</li>
<li>Ensures pre-production start-up activities are carried out as per procedures while addressing deviations,</li>
<li>In cooperation with QC, lines are operating as per specification and production according to instructions,</li>
<li>Pro-active IPC follow-up, analysis, root cause analysis, and action,</li>
<li>Perform GEMBA walks, incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel targeting 5S standards</li>
</ul>
Effective team leadership, People performance management, And Communication
<ul>
<li>Decisive leadership to achieve zero defects while achieving all set manufacturing targets,</li>
<li>Understanding performance issues and engaging in the required processes to trigger improvement,</li>
<li>Seek continuous engagement with productive and technical employees to mentor and develop their skills,</li>
<li>Effective communication with shift personnel of priorities, targets, and opportunities for improvements,</li>
<li>Monitor and evaluate team and individual performances against performance benchmarks,</li>
<li>Motivate, delegate, and empower personnel to take responsibility and display creativity and initiative,</li>
<li>Employee onboarding, training initiatives, performance appraisals, discipline, and people development.</li>
<li>Ensure for the communication and handover during change of shift,</li>
<li>Cross-fertilisation of best practices through the sharing of information, ideas, and insights&nbsp;</li>
<li>Live Company values and set an inspiring example,&nbsp;</li>
<li>Constructive conflict management, responding openly to feedback.</li>
</ul>
Freedom to Act
<ul>
<li>Variation in work sequence and routine.</li>
</ul>
Ideal Candidate Profile
Education 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor degree in Engineering (MQF Level 6) with 5 years experience in operations and people management within manufacturing, OR</li>
<li>Advanced Technical Diploma or equivalent (MQF Level 5) with 9 years experience in operations and people management within manufacturing.</li>
</ul>
Experience
<ul>
<li>Front line people management experience in a GMP environment within the food/pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing sector.</li>
<li>Able to work on a three-shift basis.</li>
</ul>
Skills
Technical / Scientific&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Engineering or technical expertise&nbsp;</li>
<li>Adequate knowledge of business and management principles&nbsp;</li>
<li>Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise</li>
<li>An adaptive thinking process required to bring effective judgement, analytical thinking, evaluation and arrive at conclusions.</li>
<li>Root Cause Analysis</li>
</ul>
Manufacturing Science
<ul>
<li>Health &amp; safety awareness, first aid, basic fire awareness, and manual handling.</li>
<li>Experienced with Lean, IPC, GMP, 5S, ISO Standards, Safe Food Handling, HACCP&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experienced with TPM concepts and well versed in problem solving using root cause analytics and deployment</li>
<li>Action planning for efficiency, productivity, cost, quality, and people development&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Managerial
<ul>
<li>Situational leadership and people motivational skills&nbsp;</li>
<li>Multicultural management skills</li>
<li>Strong emotional intelligence and conflict handling skills</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Team building and coaching expertise</li>
<li>Strong multitasking capabilities</li>
</ul>

Competencies
<ul>
<li>Analytical thinking and problem solving</li>
<li>Attention to detail</li>
<li>Drive for results</li>
<li>Quality orientation</li>
<li>Rule orientation</li>
<li>Teamwork</li>
<li>Influencing and Impact, including conflict management&nbsp;</li>
<li>Verbal and written communication</li>
<li>Developing people</li>
<li>Monitoring and Measuring</li>
</ul>

Reporting to the Plant Manager, The Manufacturing shift Manager will be responsible for the execution of production, maintenance, and process activities during his/her shift, and the coordination...

Shift Manager

Provide operational service towards attaining efficient quality and output in line with production activities as required by customer. The operator will be responsible to perform the required daily verifications to ensure the equipment is always maintained in its optimal state of operation. The operator has a moderate organisational impact that affects one department.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Key Accountabilities
Efficient line operation&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Ensure that the right type of raw/packaging material is available in adequate quantity while highlighting shortages to avoid downtime/delays/stoppages</li>
<li>Ensure that the machine is constantly set at the correct speed and timing&nbsp;</li>
<li>Operate the line with the maximum efficiency</li>
<li>Lead the group of employees assigned to and assist on the line and ensure that the work delegated is effectively completed</li>
<li>Train, if certified, Trainee Operators both in the same or lower grades and support, assist and guide in related duties effectively</li>
<li>Carry out necessary changeovers and settings to the lines according to plant manual timely and efficiently</li>
</ul>
Adherence to procedures in line with Company standards
<ul>
<li>Conform to health and safety procedures, and ensure for the use of personal protective equipment in production areas as per required standard</li>
<li>Ensure for the safekeeping and proper use of equipment while reporting any shortages or deficiencies immediately to Supervisor</li>
<li>Operate the line according to the operational manual as well as the established production rates and quality standards</li>
<li>Monitor production quality (QC on line) and fill in documentation while reporting all deviations or irregularities immediately&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ensure for the correct filling of production documentation while keeping to the target efficiencies stipulated</li>
<li>Maintain a high level of cleanliness, hygiene for machinery and surrounding areas at all times</li>
<li>Pack work- in- progress in clean containers and ensure for proper tagging and ensure that the procedure of rework material (recycling) is correctly followed</li>
</ul>
Effective teamwork and alignment with Company values
<ul>
<li>Drive and instil Company values</li>
<li>Drive own learning and development</li>
<li>Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback</li>
<li>Handle stress in ways that do not negatively impact others</li>
<li>Flag and debate issue constructively (be solution focused)</li>
<li>Be proactive in sharing, debating and communicating learning’s</li>
</ul>
Freedom to Act
<ul>
<li>Rearrangement of work sequence</li>
</ul>

Ideal Candidate Profile
Educational level (Entry level)
•	School leaving certificate up to secondary level.&nbsp;
•	Able to read and write in English
•	Achieve Company Pre-Enrolment test - Operator entry level
Experience
<ul>
<li>In house training will be given but year experience in a food/pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing working environment would be an asset</li>
<li>Self-leading experience with subordinate to procedural skills</li>
</ul>

Technical Skills
<ul>
<li>Experienced with GMP, 5S, ISO Standards, HACCP practices and HSE guidelines&nbsp;</li>
<li>Variations in sequence</li>
<li>Thinking capabilities that require the identification and selection of solutions within the area of expertise.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Competencies
<ul>
<li>HR skills to get along with people effectively</li>
<li>Attention to detail</li>
<li>Learning Agility</li>
<li>Mechanical reasoning</li>
<li>Spatial Awareness</li>
<li>Drive for results</li>
<li>Rule Orientation</li>
<li>Physical Stamina</li>
<li>Teamwork</li>
<li>Verbal and written communication</li>
<li>Knowledge Sharing</li>
<li>Safety, Security and Quality Orientation</li>
<li>Leading by Example</li>
</ul>

Provide operational service towards attaining efficient quality and output in line with production activities as required by customer. The operator will be responsible to perform the required daily...

Operator

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the Engineering Services Manager is responsible for managing all technical services to ensure safe and reliable function of equipment and facilities to support supply chain operations.&nbsp;

Key Accountabilities
Asset Management
<ul>
<li>Leading the ES team to deliver reliable operations and maintenance of industrial and domestic services in factories, warehouses, and offices</li>
<li>Manages maintenance and utilities budgets for industrial services and facilities management</li>
<li>Engineering store management to support engineering and operations.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Management and upkeep of engineering facilities such as workshops and trade shops.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ensure all external government and legal requirements for buildings and facilities are met</li>
</ul>
Project Management
<ul>
<li>Responsible for the development and delivery of projects to continuously improve site utilities and services.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supporting projects in other areas of engineering and operations through deployment of resources</li>
</ul>

Ideal Candidate Profile
Education
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Experience
<ul>
<li>7 years of experience in industrial services, electrical engineering, or civil maintenance, preferably in a manufacturing environment</li>
</ul>

Technical Skills
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of engineering services (such as HVAC and air compressors) and other building systems (such as water supply and lifts)</li>
<li>Knowledge of electrical and automation engineering and control systems</li>
<li>Data driven continuous improvement of utilities</li>
<li>Legal requirements for buildings and facilities</li>
</ul>

Competencies
<ul>
<li>Leadership skills</li>
<li>Teamwork</li>
<li>Action oriented</li>
<li>Project management</li>
<li>Monitoring and measurement</li>
<li>Service oriented</li>
</ul>

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the Engineering Services Manager is responsible for managing all technical services to ensure safe and reliable function of equipment and facilities to support...

Engineering Services Manager

Support the Factory Engineer in providing a technical service in terms of processing and production, by driving continuous improvement, preventive and breakdown maintenance. The technician has a moderate organisational impact that affects one department.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Key Accountabilities
Preventive and Breakdown Maintenance of Plant Machinery and Equipment 
<ul>
<li>Execute the preventive maintenance program, follow equipment health checks, Parameter sheets, and intervention log sheets</li>
<li>Perform breakdown maintenance on food packaging, processing, and auxiliary equipment</li>
<li>Perform electrical and mechanical overhauls of machinery and equipment to ensure sustained performance throughout its lifetime.</li>
<li>Participate in OEE and waste reduction projects</li>
<li>Test and verify equipment and machinery after repair for efficiency and ensure proper running&nbsp;</li>
<li>Take active part in any alterations and modifications on equipment or installations with superiors. This also applies to any new installations or relocations of machinery or lines.</li>
<li>Follow the regular inspection schedule for the verification of electrical, mechanical, compressed air, and any other installations to ensure safe and efficient use of these services</li>
<li>Support the Production Department in training of personnel, setting up of the production lines, and improvement of equipment to give better efficiency and / or higher quality to the end product</li>
<li>Assist in the documentation and recording of any installations and/or alterations effected</li>
</ul>
Adherence to procedures in line with Company standards
<ul>
<li>Ensure that all safety guards and other safety features on equipment and machinery are installed and subsequently operational to safeguard the employees using machinery</li>
<li>Responsible for the safekeeping of equipment assigned</li>
<li>Maintains quality services by establishing and enforcing organization standards</li>
<li>Ensure correct procedures when taking necessary parts from stores</li>
<li>Ensure that PPE is worn according to the task being performed</li>
</ul>
Effective Communication between departments and efficient internal support
<ul>
<li>Share relevant information, ideas and insights</li>
<li>Build and maintain good working relationships with all stakeholders</li>
<li>Liaise with Production in discussing optimal ways to execute preventive plan&nbsp;</li>
<li>Communicate and liaise with all stakeholders to ensure for sufficient spare parts&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ensure for the communication and handover during change of shift</li>
</ul>
Freedom to Act
<ul>
<li>Variation in work sequence and routine.</li>
</ul>

Ideal Candidate Profile
Education 
<ul>
<li>Mechanical BTEC Diploma / HND Engineering - MQF 4/5 or equivalent</li>
<li>(An electrical BTEC diploma can be considered in combination with a minimum 4 years working experience in manufacturing)</li>
<li>Wireman’s electrical License A and B&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Experience
<ul>
<li>2 years’ experience in a food/pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing working environment&nbsp;</li>
<li>Self-leading experience with subordinate to procedural skills.</li>
</ul>

Technical Skills
<ul>
<li>Hands-on working aptitude</li>
<li>Technical insight in a complex manufacturing environment&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experienced with GMP, ISO Standards, Safe Food Handling, HACCP practices and HSE guidelines.</li>
<li>Continuous Improvement Experience/Certification highly desirable</li>
<li>Ability to show track record of improving production, and solving problems</li>
<li>Organisation of workflow in best sequence</li>
<li>A variable thinking capability to handle differing situations that require the identification and selection of solutions within the area of expertise as well as acquired knowledge.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Competencies
<ul>
<li>HR skills to get along with people effectively</li>
<li>Mechanical Reasoning</li>
<li>Problem Solving</li>
<li>Attention to detail</li>
<li>Drive for results</li>
<li>Adaptability</li>
<li>Rule orientation&nbsp;</li>
<li>Teamwork</li>
<li>Verbal and written communication</li>
<li>Process Engineering and systems agility</li>
<li>Safety, security and quality orientation</li>
<li>Knowledge sharing&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modelling (leading by example)</li>
</ul>

Support the Factory Engineer in providing a technical service in terms of processing and production, by driving continuous improvement, preventive and breakdown maintenance. The technician has a...

Manufacturing Technician

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Reporting to the TMOD Specialist, the Graduate Associate will assist the department manager with the development and execution of assigned projects. The Graduate Associate role will help you to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in different departments to take over in an advances Associate or even a specialist role after having finished the Graduate Programme.

Key Accountabilities

Project Management

<ul>
	<li>Assist to design and develop assigned projects</li>
	<li>Develop action plans to successfully execute all tasks</li>
	<li>Analyse the data and information relevant to the task</li>
	<li>Help with automating existing manual processes</li>
</ul>

Support

<ul>
	<li>Support the department with ad hoc tasks and small projects</li>
	<li>Assist the department in the general administration relevant to the task assigned</li>
	<li>Help to identify and evaluate improvements on existing processes and get insight into documentation processes</li>
	<li>Get to know the SOPs, processes, and procedures of each department that is part of the Graduate Programme</li>
</ul>

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities&nbsp;

Education

<ul>
	<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in either Scientific, Commercial or Engineering,</li>
	<li>Master&rsquo;s degree of advantage</li>
</ul>

Experience

<ul>
	<li>Knowledge gained during summer jobs or internships</li>
	<li>Any previous professional experience of advantage</li>
</ul>

Technical Skills

<ul>
	<li>Hands on knowledge of project management techniques</li>
	<li>Computer literacy in Microsoft Office</li>
	<li>Profound English language skills</li>
	<li>Leading self</li>
	<li>Thinking challenge: Search for solutions, reorganise, recall, sort and search 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Competencies

<ul>
	<li>Analytical thinking and problem solving</li>
	<li>Action and result orientation</li>
	<li>Teamwork and relationship building</li>
	<li>Good verbal and written communication</li>
	<li>Rule orientation</li>
	<li>Presentation and facilitation</li>
	<li>Planning and Organising</li>
</ul>

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