Career Opportunities at VKB Group

Job Description

An Industrial Engineer is a professional who is responsible for designing production layouts and processes that increase productivity, eliminate wastefulness and reduce costs while maintaining quality standards within an organization.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
• Degree in Industrial engineering
• At least 1 year proven experience in a production environment.
• Knowledge and Experience in Maize Production will be an advantage.
• Advanced Microsoft office (incl. Advanced Excel).
• Valid driver’s license / own reliable transport.
• Knowledge of 20 Keys will be an advantage 

Duties and responsibilities

• Design efficient production processes to eliminate waste and make the most of every resource involved in manufacturing.
• Compile and manage allocated project within the data and project department.
• Compile and distribute key stats to the management team.
• Ensure each project is completed within the allocated budget and timeline.
• Identifying possible projects in the processing environment.
• Identifying production needs on a continues basis to ensure effectivity of production.
• The effective management of projects within the approved project timeframe and budget at VKB Milling Mokopane.
• Determine the feasibility of projects.
• Operational impact study and presentation of new product range to VKB Milling management team.
• Ergonomically study of each department.
• Compile project plan (Grant chart) per project, during planning phase and after implementation.
• Compile the 1–5 Year Capex Plan.
• Head special projects in the plant.
• Conduct conditional scoring of plant complete.
• Coordinate all contractors assigned to capital projects.
• Continuous liaison with internal departments, management, suppliers and committees with regards to production standards and quality aspects within the processing plant.
• Coordinate all role players in the introduction of a new product.
• Responsible for driving the Continuous Improvement Program (20 Keys), providing the necessary expert support and coordination in terms of:
• Implementation of the program for all keys in conjunction with the key leaders.
• Overall plan and goals in conjunction with the key leaders.
• Following up on progress on action plans and goal achievement matrices and providing the necessary guidance.
• Assisting key leaders with corrective actions on action plans where applicable.
• To successfully complete all allocated training interventions by direct manager.
• To mentor and coach all relevant staff to ensure standards, processes and practices.
• To keep abreast all relevant legislation and amendments on relevant legislation, technology, products, processes and techniques by attending workshops, seminars, reading articles and receiving training as well as informing relevant personnel.
• Any other duties as may be required by management.

Skills Required

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Logical thinker
• Solutions-driven
• Technical-minded
• People Management skills
• Good communication skills
• Good reporting skills
• Good planning skills
• Strong administration skills
• Team player
• Ability to work under pressure

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Job Description

• Responsible for the profitable management of the silo in Memel, Free State.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF4
• Proven industry management experience of 3-5 years is essential
• All appropriate grain grading and silo operating courses are essential
• Constantly adding value to the industry by realising the organizational, operational and strategic goals
• Computer Literate in MS Office

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor flow of grain continuously
• Continuous grain protection through fumigation
• Monitor of grain tube temperature and report deviation to superior
• Measure grain tubes according to policy and safety regulations
• Responsible for input trade duties
• Operate silo according to the VKB Group policy and regulations
• Inventory management
• Financial and administrative management
• Infrastructure management
• General management
• Customer service

Skills

• Responsible
• Punctual
• Conflict management skills
• Initiative
• Teamwork
• Decision making
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Time management

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Job Description

Responsible for the daily capturing and reconciliation of pallet movements to and from customers and depots and tracking pallets de-hired off the CHEP Account. Ensure that accurate Customer Record Cards are kept as hard copies and such documentation is available

Requirements

• Grade 12 / NQF 4
• Minimum 1 year experience of NAV will be an advantage 
• Must be computer literate in Windows suite (Word and Excel) 

Duties and responsibilities

• System of pallet / CHEP control
• Maintain effective pallet management
• Ensure that correct pallets are invoiced and credited
• Daily stock count en reporting on irregularities 
• Liaise with the internal and external parties regarding pallet movement   
• Ensure stock to be collected are done regularly and with correct paperwork and correct locations.     
• Makes sure pallets are being scanned, not lost or damaged. 
• Also keeps database updated  

Skills Required

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Logical thinker
• Solutions-driven
• People Management skills
• Good communication skills
• Good reporting skills
• Good planning skills
• Strong administration skills
• Team player
• Ability to work under pressure

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Job Description

Manage the Services Department by meeting internal customer’s needs through appropriate products and services, by providing hands-on expertise and support to the Abattoir, overseeing both shifts with regards to laundry, ablutions, kitchen, canteen, change rooms, grounds and security.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
• Diploma in Production or Operations Management.
• Advanced Microsoft Office with advanced excel.
• 5 - 10 Years relevant job experience in a Poultry Abattoir/FMCG on management level.
• Health, Safety and Environmental and Food Safety background.
• Some grounds & buildings technical experience.
• A willingness to work overtime incl. weekends when required.

Duties and responsibility

• Management of the total spend for own department against budget through daily review of budget vs. actual spend.
• Provide input during the annual budgeting process.
• Authorise stores requisitions for own department and provide initial sign off for invoices prior to submission to the relevant HOD.
• Optimize cost savings and cost control in own department and manage daily waste of all consumables.
• Liaise with the Operations Admin Dept. with respect to catering orders for internal customers.
• Monthly landfill disposal volumes, schedules and tariff discussions and adjustments.
• Laundry outside contractors (1st Garment and Montana Laundries).
• Laundry issuing and controlling.

Effective onsite diesel management and control:

• Daily dip checks, recording and communication.
• Delivery scheduling and communicating.
• Maintenance/repairs – Outside Contractor.
• Coordinate and implement a safety and security plan and visitor plan for GFC.
• Implement security practices and measures to prevent losses at the abattoir.

Onsite Abattoir Security:

• Outside Contractors.
• Site CCTV monitoring, maintenance and installations.
• Site Access Control (PRP Biometrics and Turnstiles Maintenance).
• Staff bus service and transport – scheduling, compliance, service schedule and routing.
• Ensure checks and balances are in place with outbound trucks and weighbridge tolerances.
• Liaise with internal departments and external service providers on an ongoing basis to ensure quality service and products.
• Continuously work with the relevant HOD to ensure accurate reporting on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Facilitate and coordinate the staff capacity function within the relevant department daily.
• Any other duties as may be required by line manager.

Skills required

• Advanced Microsoft Office with advanced excel.
• Problem definition and analyses.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Good communication & presentation skills.
• Managing operations and budgets.
• Ability to motivate people, assess and develop employee skills.