Technical Manager

SUMMARY:
Technical Manager, FMCG INDUSTRY. Excellent opportunity for a candidate with experience in the food processing environment.
The role provides technical service and support to Operations by overseeing and ensuring that process
and product quality standards are adhered to. In addition, the position focuses on driving continuous
improvement initiatives for products, processes, and infrastructure to enhance efficiency, quality, and
compliance.
Oversee production quality and performance with target for improvement by effective
communication and problem solving to production manager and production team as a
whole.
Lead continuous improvement projects for plant processes and infrastructure.
o Support and mentor technical/bioprocess engineers and process engineers in applying
theory and practical improvements.
o Drive a culture of continuous improvement within production and design teams.

POSITION INFO:
Education: B.Sc + M.Sc in Microbiology / Biochemistry.
Experience: At least 5 years of process and quality experience within food production
environments.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, Tempo, DMS, Syspro, Opsuite.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of plant processes and quality systems.
Additional: Ability to make critical decisions regarding process integrity, product release, and
implementation of improvement projects

Communication between production manager and production team for better
quality/output and improvements.
o Maintain open and collaborative communication with Production, Technical,
Engineering, Projects, Distribution, and Sales.
Provide technical advice and solutions to the Production Manager.
Notify BSBU and CBU of potential changes/issues related to raw materials or
processes.
Facilitate sourcing and transfer of technical knowledge across the company.
Interaction and Communication within the company’s business units for development
of stronger relationships.