About the position
THE OPPORTUNITY PURPOSE OF THE ROLES MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
A Senior Specialist Opportunity has arisen in Rosslyn Lion Match Factory Operations for a suitable individual to join the Manufacturing Team as continuous improvement specialist. The Continuous Improvement Manager will report directly to the General Works Manager and will facilitate and manage the entire Continuous Improvement process across the business, in coordination with cross-functional departments.
The primary purpose of the position is to improve factory performance through implementation of best practice tools, techniques and methodologies and creating a culture of continuous improvement across the entire factory organization. The incumbent will be responsible for reviewing the Organizations' production, quality and engineering practices and identifying areas that need improvement, as well as impactful improvement opportunities. The incumbent will also project manage the implementation of changes and train staff to increase efficiencies, increase productivity, reduce waste, whilst reducing expenses and maximizing profitability. He/she will work in collaboration with NPD, Procurement, Quality, Operations , Engineering and other departments.
Desired Skills:
- Change Management
- Lean Manufacturing
- Industrial Engeneering
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Degree
About The Employer:
Established over 110 years ago Lion Match is an iconic South African Brand. The Lion Match Company (Pty) Ltd has developed some of South Africa's favourite home-care and lifestyle brands. From our iconic and nationally cherished Lion Safety Matches through to our growing range of personal grooming products, coupled with our leading home and personal-care capabilities, we have succeeded in assembling an impressive array of brand names and products. We have set ourselves to become an employer of choice in the foreseeable future.