Production and Maintenance Manager

Company Description

Founded in 1853, Lesaffre is an independent, family-owned group based in France and a leading global provider of baker’s yeast and yeast extract products. It employs over 11,000 people on five continents and markets bakery, taste improvement, health and nutrition, fermentation and brewery products and services.

Lesaffre South Africa previously known as Aries Baking Supplies and Bakelab are entities recently acquired by Lesaffre.Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the efficient and effective management of the production and maintenance operations for both Lesaffre South Africa and Bakelab.

This role involves planning, coordinating, and optimizing the production processes, as well as managing the maintenance of equipment, facilities, and infrastructure to ensure the smooth and uninterrupted operation of the manufacturing facilities.

Job Description

Missions

• Contribute to make LESAFFRE known as a Global Key Actor in Bread-making Solutions (Yeasts, Bread-Making Ingredients, Technical Support) in the Republic of South Africa
• Ensure the efficient and uninterrupted operation of the production facilities for both Lesaffre South Africa and Bakelab by effectively managing the production processes, maintenance activities, and project coordination.
• Optimise production performance, productivity, and cost-effectiveness through the implementation of process improvements, preventive maintenance strategies, and the successful execution of capital projects.
• Maintain the safety and security of the premises by overseeing the security systems and protocols, and collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to address any security-related concerns.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by analysing data, staying informed of industry trends, and providing training and development opportunities to the production and maintenance teams.

Main responsibilities

Production Management

Maintenance and Facility Management

Project Coordination

Security Management

Continuous Improvement

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Technical Skills

Personal Attributes

Working Conditions

Additional Information

Line Management

This position plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient and effective management of the production and maintenance operations for both Lesaffre South Africa and Bakelab, contributing to the overall success of the organization.

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