Title:  Production Area Manager

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Production Area Manager

Position Purpose

The position is expected to act as a pioneer for “Culture Change” going forward. The purpose of the position includes taking required actions to successfully implement IWS (Integrated Work System) structure in line with IWS deployment plan and continue IWS structure and culture after the deployment period.

The position will be reporting to Make&Pack Manager and will be based in Izmir.

Responsibilities

• Lead Line Team by understanding and utilizing a ‘Servant Leadership’ mentality - for the machines she/he is responsible
• Develop the operating teams’ technical understanding and capability
• Be the owner of the DDS (Daily Direction Setting) and DMSs (Daily Management Systems), attend DDSs, and spread IWS DDS structure
• Ensure production of multitude of brands in the right quality with high efficiency and flexibility in compliance with JTI manufacturing procedures and quality standards for assigned Make & Pack and Filter Maker lines
• Coordinate and assure implementation of all kinds of maintenance and breakdown activities on assigned Make & Pack and Filter Maker lines in compliance with set production plan
• Ensure daily business of the production activities in assigned machines (QUIP, Rework, standard measurements, prototypes, material trials) are done and provide necessary reporting and/or documentation accordingly in line with Zero Loss Mindset

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical-Electronical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering
• Experience in production processes in IWS structure and the ability to lead small workgroups, communicate effectively and develop short-term (<90 days) plans
• Analytical-minded and able to interpret and analyze data
• Advanced level of English is a must
• Advanced knowledge/experience working with MS Office applications and SMART MDC Tool
• Military service must be completed for male candidates

What are the next steps – Recruitment process: 

Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply.

We provide feedback to all candidates.

Talent Advisor based in JTI Global Business Service in Poland may call you with the phone code +48.