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  Within the framework of the production
  instructions given by the Production Manager, is in charge of all operational
  activities from raw material feed bins, raw grinding, Clinker Production,
  Cement grinding up to Cement Dispatch and ensures that activities are carried
  out safely in accordance with quality control procedures and environmental
  regulations.
• 
  He is also the main interface between Maintenance,
  Quality, Quarry and Process in core operations phase.
• 
  Lead SAP production execution and Production Month end
  closing (MEC) in the plant and in charge of production raw Material inventory.
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  Promotes site best safety practices and efforts
  throughout the plant.
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  Operates and optimizes all aspects of raw-mix/additive
  transport, feed proportioning, raw mill and kiln systems in compliance with
  company Product quality standard and requirements.
• 
  Analyze, review and report the monthly/yearly
  requirement of raw mix, correctives and additives to ensure stable clinker
  production and Cement grinding as per target and taking equipment short/long
  term Maintenance into consideration.
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  Proper follow up with inspectors & patrollers on
  daily Walk-by-inspection checklist and equipment maintenance history with a
  view to improving overall equipment reliability.
• 
  Coordination of equipment operating logistics with
  Quality, Maintenance, and Process departments.
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  Optimization and assist in troubleshooting plant
  circuits where required to improve equipment availability.
• 
  Prioritization of work orders with the maintenance
  department and ensuring that maintenance activities are carried out with the
  right procedures and standards (Risk Assessment, WAH, EI etc.)
• 
  Recommends disciplinary measures when required.
• 
  Identifies areas that require the development of
  standard operating procedures for Production Department.
• 
  Lead Plant improvement initiatives, Participates in
  the planning and organization of short and long term plant stoppages to improve
  reliability.
• 
  Effective monitoring of the performance of contractors
  in Production with clearly defined KPI’s.
• 
  Assists in operational and safety training of current
  and new employees.
• 
  Assists in the development of Production Departmental
  budget.
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  Coordinate all interventions in case of breakdown.
• 
  Take over the direct responsibility for the control of
  the Raw Mills, Kilns and Cement grinding equipment’s in case of complicated
  situation.
• 
  Guarantee the respect of the planned consumption of
  the electrical power.
• 
  Oversee the shift leaders / CCR operation and instruct
  on required area of concentration
• 
  Control production activities to comply with group
  environmental standards and maintain good housekeeping.

People
management:

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  Defines the objectives of his team and carries out
  their performance reviews, promotes his team motivation, skills and
  developments through coaching.
• 
  Provides leadership, direction and guidance to all
  direct/indirect lines of reports.
• 
  Develop and propose training plan for team and ensure
  they are relevant to their career developments.
• 
  Encourages teamwork in order to ensure continuous flow
  of operations.
• 
  Appraises direct reports based on set KPIs.
• 
  This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and
  the job holder may be required to perform duties outside of this as
  operationally require
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Requirements

• 
  Good
  knowledge of cement manufacturing processes.
• 
  Raw meal
  preparation, burning, combustion, grinding and packing operation.
• 
  Good
  knowledge of safety laws and regulations.
• 
  In-depth knowledge of production management and
  planning.
• 
  Minimum of 5 years’ relevant postgraduate working
  experience

Benefits