Ghanacem Limited, a market leader in cement manufacturing in Ghana invite applications from suitable, qualified and highly motivated professionals to fill the following position:- Head of Section - Production

Job Title: Head of Section - Production

Areas of Responsibility:

•   Ensure efficient management of operations at the milling and packaging sections of the Production Dept. to meet company set goals and objectives
•   Liaise with maintenance department to carry out effective maintenance on plant and equipment in order to ensure smooth and efficient operation.
•   Manage the Milling and Packing plant to ensure product are produced and dispatched according to approved quality standards and to meet market demand
•   Maintain a good communication with maintenance as well as disseminate relevant information to the different production teams and shifts
•   Ensure accurate recording of production figures and timely preparation of reports.
•   Manage production raw material stock to assure its continuous availability.
•   Plan and propose production schedules and forecast raw material demand for the consideration of the Production Manager.
•   Manage the activities of contract staffs in the department to ensure optimum utilisation of their services
•   Develop the competencies of the team by identifying their training needs and ensuring the relevant training is provided.
•   Ensure efficient management and motivation of teams
•   Ensuring that applicable company policies and agreements are implemented and adhered to
•   Ensure strict adherence to all EHS policies and procedures by all employees
•   Ensure optimum and safe utilization of plant and equipment
•   Liaising with internal and external stakeholders for maximum benefits of the department.
•   Propose department investments and projects for consideration by the Production Manager
•   Any other duties assigned by management

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum qualification of BSc. Chemical / Mechanical / Material Engineering or its equivalent
•   Minimum experience of 5 years of relevant experience of which at least 3 years in a similar management position. Work experience in industrial setting is an advantage
•   Overall knowledge of cement technology, Good Computer knowledge
•   Other Attributes: Assertive, honest, good team player, effective communications skills, self-motivated achiever with a penchant for attention to details
•   Business Understanding: ISO 14001, ISO 18001 & 9001 management systems

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send their application including their curriculum vitae to address:-

hr.dept@ghacem.com

Closing Date: 25 June, 2014