Section Lead

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees & supervises all production activities in the processing line (Texturizing, Tankfarm & Blending).
• Maintains the optimum production processes conditions under normal conditions and takes action in the event of an abnormality.
• Seta daily/weekly/monthly objectives and communicating them to employees.
• Organizes workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules.
• Ensures the safe use of the equipment and schedule regular maintenance.
• Checks production output according to specifications.
• Makes performance and progress reports.
• Enforces strict safety guidelines and company standards.
• Trains new employees on how to safely use machinery and follow procedures.
• Initiates improvements in the system and procedures affecting the different sections.
• Implements programs to maintain a safe, orderly, and clean workplace.
• Conducts & initiates regular toolbox meetings.
• Enforces discipline within his scope and ensures that the company rules and regulations are followed by staff and workers.
• Checks and validates the accuracy of all data recorded, line reports and calculates and reports and calculates and reports line performance.
• Follows established manufacturing standards, ensuring that the products are conforming to required food safety and hygiene qualifications.
• Participates in the HACCP reviews in the area of responsibility and immediately initiates corrective & preventive measures recommended by the HACCP review committee.
• Recommends line and procedural modifications to improve cleaning, reduce waste and increase line efficiency.

STRATEGIC ROLES:

• Production Shift Schedule due to foreseen issues to maximize OEE.
• Yearly OPL commitments based on Analysis and Execution/Production Strategic Planning.
• Continuous Improvement Member.
• Member of the Strategic Planning Team.
• Ensures all equipment is in good condition and operational.
• Leads in providing constructive CAPA Report.

REPORTS:

• Daily Reports
• Shift Reports (OEE, Incident Report, Variance reports, Daily Output)
• Weekly Reports
• OEE & weekly production Report
• Monthly Reports
• Monthly KPI, DIFOTIS, OEE, GMP, Maintenance, HSE, Quality, Personnel Issue, Audits, Non-conformances of products
• As needed – RCA, product trials, and audit findings responses
• As needed – HR Surveys, the incident report, and explanation letters

PRODUCTION:

• Safety-related concerns
• QA Checks (5S, GMP, HACCP)
• Selected in-line QA testing
• Production Quality – correct codes, correct processes, correct FG specifications
• Production Issues
• OEE, Engineering/QA Liaison, maintenance Job Requests
• Observation and inspection of Operators
• Work Instruction /SOP execution
• Operates and controls processes according to documented procedures and Work Instructions
• Actual observation/performance of trial process for new products
• Check and have delivered availability of RM/PM according to the production Schedule
• Preparing the line for the next shift
• Ensures production log sheets are recorded in full detail

PEOPLE:

• Discipline and accountability
• Work plans and progress of Operators

Others

• Internal Audit Liaison
• Project Owner of Improvements in Area
• Service Level Agreement (SLA) with other areas
• Assign as night shift coordinator if needed

QUALIFICATION AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical), preferably licensed
• With at least 2-3 years of experience in a supervisory role
• Relevant training and certification in Industrial production preferably in Oil Refining, & Engineering

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Knowledgeable in the Fats & Oils Industry with a strong background in modification & texturization of fats & oils.
• Excellent problem–solving skills and a strong work ethic
• Able to coordinate multi-talented production employees.
• Excellent organization, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills