Secondary Manufacturing Department Manager
Salary not disclosedPosted 11 days ago
About the company
British American Tobacco Fiji is part of BAT, a global multi-category business working toward its purpose of Building a Smokeless World. The company operates manufacturing facilities and is recognised as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute for its employee conditions.
About the role
This role is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations in Suva, ensuring safe, efficient, and consistent production of quality products. It leads frontline teams, drives operational performance, resolves production issues, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement. The position spends significant time on the production floor coaching employees, developing team capability, and ensuring production targets, safety standards, and quality requirements are achieved.
Key responsibilities
- Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve production, quality, safety, and efficiency targets.
- Monitor production performance and ensure adherence to production plans and operational standards.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve equipment performance.
- Lead problem-solving efforts to identify root causes of recurring operational issues and implement corrective actions.
- Conduct and lead daily operational review meetings, providing direction and ensuring achievement of performance objectives.
- Coach, develop, and support team members to strengthen technical skills, operational knowledge, and overall performance.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards while reviewing incidents and implementing preventative measures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver business objectives, projects, and operational improvements.
About the successful candidate
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum five years of experience in a manufacturing or production supervisory role.
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing operational teams in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, continuous improvement methodologies, and operational excellence principles.
- Familiarity with workplace safety, quality management, and factory operating standards.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to identify and resolve operational issues.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; experience with enterprise resource planning systems is an advantage.
You'll apply on British American Tobacco Fiji's website.