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Job Description
Description
Job Summary
Oversee and coordinate efficient production of high quality clinker and cement at the plant to generate optimal revenue for DCP.
Ensure production at optimal plant capacity at all times.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Participate in the development and articulation of production strategy for DCP.
Create and manage the plant’s production plan, capacity plan and materials requirements plan in line with DCP’s strategic intent.
Oversee the implantation of the approved production plan at the plant to ensure established targets are met.
Ensure the production processes are implemented in line with agreed upon Safety & Environmental procedures and guidelines.
Demonstrate ownership of and communicate the unit’s strategic direction and objectives to all staff.
Prepare annual production budgets based on relevant considerations including market forces and ensure achievement of planned budgets through optimization of resources.
Coordinate and manage the production team to achieve daily production lines for the purpose of maintenance.
Oversee the execution of cement kiln linings repairs, raw and cement mill operations and cement packaging system.
Keep abreast with new developments in cement productions and good practices and make recommendation for improvement to the Chief General Manager (Operations & Maintenance).
Supervise the implementation of approved recommendations.
Coordinate with other units of the production, mines and maintenance department as required to meet production requirements.
Provide overall guidance, leadership and strategic direction to the Production team.
Prepare and provide production reports and information to management to aid decision making.
Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Chief General Manager (operations & Maintenance)
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in a technical discipline
Postgraduate/relevant professional qualification.
Minimum of eight years (8) relevant work experience
1. Professional and technical competencies: · In-depth knowledge of cement production processes · Strong knowledge of the cement industry (local and international) including the trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations and legislation relating to the cement manufacturing industry. · Strong knowledge of production quality parameters and quality control. · Good knowledge of cement manufacturing equipment’s and quality control · Strong people management and leadership skills. · Strong problem solving and analytical skills. · Strong relationship management and communication skills. · Good supervisory, coaching and mentoring skills. · Ability to manage multiple priorities · Ability to pay attention to detail. 2. Behavioral and management competencies: · Leadership qualities with capabilities to manage people and function. · Effective communications and capabilities to manage tricky issues based on local conditions.