TOBACCO GENERAL MANAGER – Precision Recruitment International 869 views

Our client in the agricultural industry is seeking a highly motivated and experienced General Manager to oversee the daily operations of a tobacco processing and cigarette manufacturing factory. With a minimum 20 years with at least 7+ years of experience in a leadership role, with a proven track record of success.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to the organization.
Oversee day-to-day operations.
Controlling manufacturing costs.
Coordinating overall manufacturing problems.
Responsible for the manufacturing and related operations
Ensures that production schedules are met, that production workload and staff are properly allocated, and that plant employees, facilities, environment, and equipment are adequate to the needs.
Establishes a work standard for each area of responsibility in accordance with improving the efficiency of production while lowering costs.

As applicable, maintains, produces, and conforms to budgetary limitations as well as future forecasting.
Ensure that work quality standards are maintained and adhered to
Determine and complete all required production reports to assist in maintaining effective control of production operations.
Ensure manufacturing and production facilities, machinery, tooling, and equipment are maintained in an efficient operating condition.
Identify and mitigate risks that could harm the company.
Maintain a safe environment.

Qualification & Skills

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business Administration or Finance or a related field.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, French is an advantage.
Strong financial management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Planning & Execution skills
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
Tobacco industry experience a MUST.