Product Leader (Planner)

A food manufacturing company in Malta are looking for a Product Leader to join their team. You will play a pivotal role in strategic production planning, raw materials management, and employee coordination, fostering an efficient production environment and ensuring timely and high-quality product delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive production plans aligned with the business objective, considering market demands, resource availability, and production capacities.
• Strategically manage raw materials inventory & deliveries.
• Lead, mentor & motivate the team by fostering a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals, expectations, and performance feedback.
• Continuously assess & improve production processes, implementing best practices to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and ensure adherence to health & safety and quality standards.
• Generate regular reports on production metrics, analysing performance indicators to identify areas for improvement and inform strategic decision-making.
• Enforce adherence to the 5S principles to maintain an organized and efficient work environment.
• Support R&D projects related to processes and products.
• Investigate and analyze consumer complaints thoroughly, identifying root causes and trends to prevent reoccurrence.
• Deliver training programs for internal teams and assess training effectiveness through evaluations and feedback mechanisms. Monitor and evaluate performance, providing regular feedback and coaching.

Requirements:

• A minimum of MQF Level 5 Qualification in science-related subjects and previous experience in a similar role leading a team would be considered an asset.
• Proficient in computer use, especially Microsoft Office tools and ERP systems.
• Good spoken and written English.
• Leadership skills with experience in managing and developing teams.
• Strong understanding of production processes, quality control, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

• Health Insurance

Job Reference: VC179