Operations Manager

A vacancy exists for an Operations Manager at Mpact Corrugated (Pty) Ltd. The incumbent will report to the General Manager.

Position: Operations Manager

Paterson grade: D- BAND

Duty station:  Walvis Bay

Key Performance Areas:

• Oversee production process, drawing up the production Schedule
• Develop and manage annual maintenance and project plans
• Managing good supplier relations
• Minimise production down-time
• Departmental Planning & Reporting
• Management of production and maintenance budget
• Managing machine installations and capital projects
• Effective Risk & Safety Management
• Capacity Building through skills, coaching and mentoring
• People management and motivation

Minimum Qualification, Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree I Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum NQA 6
• Namibian / Permanent residence holder
• 5 years’ experience in manufacturing / packaging business at senior level.
• Computer Literate
• Valid code B Drivers licence

Skills and Competencies

• Good conceptual and analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Good Knowledge of the Namibian Labour Act
• Good Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14000
• Ability to lead people