Production Manager

Nestlé Türkiye Gıda Sanayi A.Ş

We are currently looking for a Kestel Factory Retail Production Managerwithin scope of Kestel Plant to ensure production plan is fully achieved on time and in compliance with internal and external requirements meeting safety, quality, cost, delivery and environmental needs (strive towards Manufacturing Excellence). The role is also responsible for team competency building across all shifts and implements a continuous improvement culture within the team, ensures correct standards are in place.

Key Experiences:

University degree preferably in Mechanical Engineering

Very good command of English

5 years’ experience in Production and/or Maintenance roles in Waters or Beverages Sector.

Experience in large teams’ management

Should be knowledgeable about ISO 22000- ISO 9001 and HACCP Food Safety Management Systems

Experience in managing and engaging / motivating people and teams at shopfloor

level

Successful in leading change (NCE Implementation & continuous improvement techniques)

Experience in TPM or Lean systems

Exposure to the implementation of continuous improvement techniques

Main Responsibilities:

Lead the Safety Culture and conditions for a Safe Working Environment. Check and enforce personnel hygiene & safety procedures (e.g PPE, shoe change & hand wash, LOTO, etc.)

Ensure that finished products are consistently manufactured according to standards of quality and relevant manufacturing instructions (compliance).

Ensure that the working areas are kept clean and are maintained in working order including all installations in accordance to Nestlé Good Manufacturing Practices (NGMP)

Drive Manufacturing Excellence at his/her production area to achieve the objectives of Plant OMP align with Business needs.

Ensure the identified development plan and assure the competencies of his/her team as per the agreed plan with all relevant responsible (proper training inc. equipment, safety procedures, hygiene)

Ensure Conversion Costs for area are in line with budget by managing waste, rework, overfilling and variance with any required projects for loss elimination

Ensure constant dialogue with relevant stakeholders (Business responsibilities, Line shift teams, Plant Manager, Maintenance, Unions, functional representatives on the line).

Ensure the timely launch of new or renovated products to the Markets as per agreement with the business.