Operations Head for our Manufacturing Client based in Kenya

We have a n Exciting Job Opportunity for "Operations Head" role for our Manufacturing Client based in Kenya.

Role: Operations Head

Department: Production

Direct Report: Promotors

Direct Reports: Plant, Production Supply chain Head

Location: Nairobi

Job Purpose:

Lead the Over all Production function in providing both a reactive and proactive, multi-skilled production expertise on all production related activities. Increase the site operational effectiveness and efficiency, improve on project delivery, cycle time management, downtime reduction, manage and implement improvement plans while also driving Key Performance Indicators (KPI's).

Primary Responsibilities:

General Duties and Task Management
• Coordinating all production activities across all production sections with emphasis on production quantity, efficiency and quality.
• Monitoring utilization of raw materials issued to the department and controlling accumulation of recycled materials within the department. He shall ensure minimal rejects produced are grinded and reused as soon as possible.
• Liaising with Quality Control in case of any unusual defects and correct the same.
• Actively participating in new product and material trials and establishing Product Processing Data Sheets with Quality Control.
• Monitoring the production target/cycle time and providing solution in case of bottlenecks.
• Ensuring the supervisors has made shift reports, handed over in a proper manner and reviewing department production reports as provided in various records.
• Leading in brainstorming activities and inspiring staff to give innovative ideas with the aim of improving quality, productivity and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Sets and follows through the continuous evaluation of KPIs for all teams under him

People Management
• Manage, coach and develop a high performing team that meets agreed objectives and which delivers best practice results, added value and continuous improvements.
• Set department objectives/KPIs and review and assess ongoing performance of direct reports.
• Report on achievement of targets and identify any actions required.
• Consistently promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each member of the team understands the standards and behavior expected of them. Ensure the delivery of the People Strategy within area of accountability
• Manage and lead the team, ensuring adequate staffing levels.
• Motivate and coach the team to operational success.
• Monitor the completion of tasks and ensure good performance and record on appropriate systems.
• Review, implement and update company records e.g. training matrices, performance reviews, risk assessments.
• Communicate KPIs from the strategic annual plan so that each employee is aware

Self-Management
• Support, comply and ensure complicity with Health Safety regulations, the Company Handbook, Quality and Environmental standards, and all other Company policies and procedures.
• Support encourage and develop team and take ownership for team cohesion.
• Proactively contribute to creating a good team atmosphere.
• Anticipates and overcomes obstacles.
• Makes useful links to arrive at insightful plans and solutions.
• Embraces personal challenge.
• Confident, rounded thinking.
• Is resilient, optimistic and open to change.
• Has an Adult: Adult, collaborative approach to others.
• A self-starter, motivated and able to positively motivate others.
• Focused and target driven with a positive, can-do attitude.

Records to Maintain
• Daily Production Report
• Manpower details
• OEE Reports
• All Production Cost Reports
• Production Plans
• Machine details
• Any other relevant document as guided by management from time to time.

Academic Qualifications
• A bachelor’s degree will be in Mechanical Engineering.
• Additional certificate in other Engineering course will be an added advantage.

Experience
• 10+ years’ experience in a Sheet Metal /Fabrication environment.
• Previous work experience in a Similar/ related role.
• Knowledge of Laser Cutting, Welding, Roll Forming , Water Cutting Machines
• Working in an ISO certified organization will be an added advantage.
• Six Sigma, Kaizen
• Should have worked on ERP

Skills
• Excellent leadership and man management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills
• Competent in problem solving, team building, planning and decision making
• Commercially aware

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