GraceKennedy

GK Foods

The incumbent will report to the respective General Managers of Grace Food Processors (Canning) & National Processors Divisions, and perform the following

• Lead the team that includes production, facilities management, maintenance, purchasing and engineering functions of the company in meeting agreed performance targets and company objectives.
• Maintain and improve the Quality and Food Safety Management Systems in the areas of responsibility.
• Initiate and lead continuous improvement initiatives in the operation towards ‘world class’ levels of performance. 
• Develop and execute the company’s strategic plans with the senior management team.
• Create budgets in collaboration with the management team.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, the Factory’s Act of Jamaica, food processing regulations and the Company’s quality and safety procedures.
• Manage relationships with major contractors, suppliers and distributors.
• Manage human resources in the areas of responsibility, planning for their strategic development and fostering good relationships.

• Tertiary qualification in Industrial Engineering or Operations Management
• Strong leadership and time management skills
• Five (5) years’ experience at the management level with at least one year in a senior managerial position (preferably in a manufacturing company)
• Sound knowledge of food or beverage processing.
• Knowledge of Financial & Industrial Relations principles.
• High degree of flexibility, self-motivation and assertiveness, with the ability to influence and create a positive impact on others.
• Possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and people-management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and relate effectively to persons at all levels of the organization.

Deadline For Applying

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