As the largest fragrance-only fragrance house in the world, we take pride in proactively shaping the future of the fragrance industry. We focus all our creativity, innovation, and energy into making fragrances and nothing else. CPL Aromas is home to some of the world's leading perfumers, and we're trusted by top brands to translate their creative vision into beautiful scents. We provide career and development opportunities for talented individuals across a range of disciplines – from all support functions to customer-facing roles. A job at CPL Aromas promises a unique career path for anyone with a passion for the world of fragrance. With operations all over the world, we celebrate a diverse range of cultures at CPL Aromas and we offer equal opportunities and flexibilities.
Reports to:
Operations Manager
Job Purpose
Responsible for leading all resources in the production area in order to fulfill all released production orders to meet customer requirements whilst ensuring high standards of safety, quality, respect for the environment and efficiency, proper stock control, lower lead times, establishing a culture of continuous improvement and adherence to all company practices and policies and local regulations.
Tasks and Responsibilities
* Plan, manage and control the fragrance manufacturing process as per quality standards, customer requirements and maximize factory output with the available resources.
* Oversee all Production activities, including Goods In, Goods Out, dosing machines, manual compounding & packing.
* Monitor Factory output and propose and implement innovative solutions/CAPEX to boost efficiency and productivity of the area to achieve lowest possible lead-time.
* Manage the raw materials and fragrances stock to comply with cycle counting and FIFO practices, ensuring proper rotation to reduce slow-moving provision.
* Ensure a safe working environment with strict adherence to all safety protocols, and the timely response to accidents investigation and prevention of unsafe working practices and behaviors.
* Train and develop the direct reports, objective setting and performance follow up to achieve a successful organization.
* Implement continuous improvement initiatives in the production department whilst training the production staff to achieve good maturity levels that reflect in the overall performance of KPIs.
* Manage proper supply of consumables required for production.
* Manage efficiently the consumption of energy and water.
* Correct management of all waste generated in the factory (empty drums, absorbents, gloves, general waste, etc.).
* Be present on site and supervise when the teams require to work after hours, overtime or on weekends as per the business needs.
* Communicate with other departments any issue which could delay the expected delivery date of the works orders.
* Link with QA, maintenance, QSHE, purchasing, shipping, planning, CS, HR and IT departments to assure the best customer service and support the production department's needs.
* Monitor staff absence.
Skills and Attributes Required
* Professional with a bachelor's degree in Chemical, Process, Industrial or similar engineering.
* At least 5 years of experience in supervisory or managerial roles in manufacturing/production in chemical industries or FMCG companies.
* Experience and knowledge of ERP systems such as AX/Dynamics 365, SAP, etc.
* CAPEX implementation experience focused on continuous process improvement, ideally on automation and digital processes.
* Experience in managing and developing people.
Advantageous:
Postgraduate studies in Manufacturing, Engineering, or industrial project management.
Skills and Knowledge:
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Able to work efficiently and effectively with attention to detail, even under pressure.
* Ability to manage a team efficiently and effectively.
* Ability to work to strict deadlines.
* Flexible & adaptable.
* Self-motivated with the ability to show initiative and able to work to deadlines.
* Ability to listen and get feedback.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment irrespective of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity or disability status. Due to the large volume of applications, we are only able to contact applicants who meet the role requirements. The salary package offer will only be discussed with the final candidate, based on the individual's relevant experience and skills. Should your skills and experience fit the above criteria, please click the apply link to submit your application.
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