Production Assistant Manager

About Us

As a leading provider of high-quality food and beverage ingredients, we work with farming communities across the globe to grow, source and produce ingredients that are good for consumers, farmers, and the world around us.  We supply household food brands and manufacturers worldwide with cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices ingredients which are often grown on our own farms and estates and sourced from hundreds of thousands of farmers across ~50 countries. Along with our diverse manufacturing and innovation capabilities, this means we can provide ingredients for a range of products, from a plant-based latte mix to an almond based snack bar or a dairy-free ice cream.  Making a positive impact on people and planet is a core component of our Purpose, to be the change for good food and a healthy future. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable, and transparent supply. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Job overview

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Packing Sr Supervisor position to join our Packing Department. This role will support the Packing Manager in overseeing daily operations, driving performance, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and cost objectives across 5 packing lines with approximately 100 employees.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operations Management
   • Assist in planning, organizing, and supervising daily packing operations to meet production targets.
   • Ensure compliance with Safety, Quality, and GMP standards.
2. Performance & KPI Control.
   • Monitor and improve KPIs: OEE, Yield, Cost Saving, Safety, Quality, and Productivity.
   • Analyze production data and implement corrective actions.
3. People Management
   • Support recruitment, training, and development of team members.
   • Manage and motivate supervisors, shift leaders, and operators to achieve departmental goals.
4. Continuous Improvement
   • Lead Lean and 5S initiatives to optimize processes and reduce waste.
   • Collaborate with technical teams for process improvement and automation projects.
5. Resource Allocation
   • Coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment to ensure efficient operations.Reporting
   • Prepare and present operational reports to management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Industrial Management, Engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in food manufacturing, packing, or related fields, with proven team management experience.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficient in MS Excel and SAP.Good command of English (basic communication in 4 skills).
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Working hours: Office hours (Monday–Saturday), willing to work overtime when required.
• Scope: 5 packing lines, approx. 100 employees. 

ofi is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to racial or ethnic origin, color, age, religion or belief, sex, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.