Production Engineer

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Production Engineer to lead our production lines in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

This role is responsible for ensuring efficient production, effective planning, inventory optimization, and cross-functional collaboration while driving operational excellence, food safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

·       Education: Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

·       Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience, at least 2 years in FMCG manufacturing.

·       Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of production planning, capacity management, inventory control, supply chain processes, and continuous improvement.

·       Systems: Experience with ERP and MRP systems.

·       Languages: Fluent English, both written and spoken.

·       Leadership Style: Strong leadership, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and people management skills.

Key Responsibilities

·       Operational Excellence & KPI Management: Lead daily production operations and ensure achievement of performance targets.Monitor KPIs and drive operational improvements.

·       Safety & Environment (EHS): Ensure compliance with EHS standards and promote a strong safety culture.

·       Food Safety & Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards. Support quality systems, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

·       Production Planning & Inventory Control: Manage production planning, capacity utilization, and inventory levels. Coordinate closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, and Logistics teams.

·       Lean Manufacturing & Cost Optimization: Lead continuous improvement initiatives including Lean, 5S, and Kaizen.Improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize costs.

·       People Leadership & Talent Development: Lead, coach, and develop production employees.Support performance management and talent development activities.

·       Digitalization & Reporting: Drive ERP/MRP utilization and process improvements. Ensure accurate reporting and data-driven decision-making.

What We Offer

·      Opportunity to play a key role in a growing FMCG organization

·      Dynamic and collaborative working environment

·      International exposure within a global company

·      High-impact leadership role

·      Continuous learning and development opportunities

All applicants have the same opportunities in our application selection process, regardless of age, nationality, disability, gender, religion, sexual identity, ethnicity or ideology. Because the diversity of our employees is what makes us successful as a company!