Ice Cream Production Manager

3 weeks ago

Al Farwānīyah, Al Farwaniyah, Kuwait KDD Full time

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Job Summary

Provide strong leadership and direction for the production operations under my accountability. Deliver key performance targets, including safety, quality, productivity, volume, cost, sustainability, and organizational morale. Ensure the effective implementation of KDD's manufacturing strategy while fostering a high-performance organization.

Support all manufacturing standards, governance, and compliance requirements, including but not limited to corporate quality, food safety and GMP, health and safety, security, environmental sustainability, code of conduct, operational policies, local legal requirements, and internal audit norms. Ensure these standards are clearly understood, regularly reviewed, and effectively implemented across operations.

Lead with a data-driven approach, transforming people and processes to shape the future of dairy manufacturing.

Roles & Responsibilities
  • Achieve operational performance targets (e.g., safety, OEE, yield loss, product quality, on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, transactional accuracy), proactively identifying and addressing trends that could impact performance.
  • Drive operational improvements necessary to achieve the annual operating plan, ensuring cost efficiency, workforce and equipment optimization, and timely production within budget.
  • Develop employees through upskilling and reskilling programs, defining and managing training needs within the department.
  • Embed lean methodologies across the entire manufacturing value chain.
  • Optimize plant operations to maintain a leadership position in the industry and stay updated with latest manufacturing trends.
  • Manage staffing levels, conduct transparent performance evaluations, oversee employee disciplinary actions when required, and recognize outstanding performance.
  • Foster a digitally adept workforce to enhance productivity through technological advancements.
  • Ensure the plant and equipment always remain 'audit-ready', clean, well-maintained, and in optimal condition.
  • Adhere to company policies, departmental procedures, and health, safety, and environmental regulations set by KDD and the State of Kuwait.
  • Establish and drive a performance control management system on the shop floor.
  • Identify improvement opportunities and propose capital projects with clear justifications.
  • Execute top management directives as needed.
  • Deliver high-quality frozen desserts and bakery products, leveraging expertise in ice cream and other frozen desserts.
Required Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Dairy Science & Technology, Food Technology, or a related field.
  • Master's degree in Dairy Science & Technology, Food Technology, or a related field.
  • Preferred: MBA, Lean Six Sigma, or Lean Practitioner certification.
Required Professional Skills
  • Dairy Industry Expertise: Extensive experience in the dairy sector, particularly ice cream production. Must have held a managerial role such as Plant Manager (small facility) or Production Manager (large-scale facility).
  • Technical Proficiency: Strong command of MS Office, ERP, and MES systems to optimize operations and productivity.
  • Leadership Experience: A seasoned professional with significant leadership experience in the food and beverage industry, demonstrating strategic management and operational excellence.
Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Manufacturing
Industries
  • Dairy Product Manufacturing
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