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Embedded in the team of the global company Cargill, Delacon researches, develops and produces natural feed additives for poultry, pigs, ruminants and aquaculture at the Engerwitzdorf site (Linz area).
Job Purpose and Impact
The Production Lead will provide strategic operational oversight for all production and operating facilities with moderate presence in multiple regions or moderate degree of complexity. In this role, you will oversee and hold facilities accountable to standards for safety, quality, operational effectiveness and financial performance.
The position is based in Austria, Engerwitzdorf at Delacon/ Cargill site. We are welcoming candidates from the region of Linz preferably for the position.
This position requires constant availability on the site due to operational duties therefore maximum 1 day home office work is allowed.
Key Accountabilities
* Oversee all operations from multiple departments, processes or shifts to ensure teams are following policies and procedures related to employee, food and feed safety and environmental compliance.
* Partner with environment, health and safety and food safety, quality and regulatory experts to identify the most effective approach for implementing and monitoring corporate safety policies and procedures.
* Oversee production outcomes, quantity and quality to ensure customer and food safety requirements are within specifications.
* Partner collaboratively with appropriate centers of excellence including, but not limited to engineering and plant management, to provide input into the development of plant capital investment strategies.
* Accountable for the implementation of non-base capital investments for a major production area or for multiple departments, processes and shifts.
* Ensure ongoing review of key performance indicators with focus on continuous improvements in site operational targets.
* Develop and oversee operational plans and monitor routine operations for all production processes for multiple departments, processes and shifts.
* Lead and develop a team, coach and make decisions related to talent management, hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions.
* Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
* Experience with budgeting and operational planning.
* Fluent in German (C1 level minimum) and English.
* Deep knowledge on the handling of dangerous substances.
* Experience in Quality & Risk management (FAMI QS, GMP+, IFS, HACCP, Management of Change).
* Lean Six Sigma knowledge and experience.
* Minimum of four years of related work experience.
* Two years of supervisory experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Experience in food, chemical, or feeding field is an advantage.
Our Offer
We provide a fast-paced stimulating international environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
Additionally, you can expect:
* Modern office and meeting rooms, co-working spaces and a newly built company building just 15 minutes by car from Linz.
* Generous flextime and home office options.
* Social events where fun is guaranteed (barbecue, company outing, Christmas party).
* A complimentary organic fruit basket, hot drinks and a meal allowance for our healthy freshly cooked lunch.
* Life and AD&D insurance, paid by the employer.
* Company doctor including health-related packages.
* Shower facilities in the company (for all sports enthusiasts).
Interested? Then apply today!
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For legal reasons, we would like to point out that a basic salary of €4000 gross per month (based on a 38-hour week) is provided for this position. The actual remuneration depends on training, experience and individual skills and can therefore be significantly higher.
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