VALID TILL:
06/11/2026
LOCATION:
Plant Sargberg, Otavi
TYPE:
Full Time
SALARY:
Market Related
JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Packing Plant Foreman, the position ensures efficient daily cement bagging and dispatch operations in alignment with production schedules and cost targets. Responsibilities include overseeing cement storage, packing, and loading activities, coordinating closely with the Packing Plant Foreman. Key duties involve managing raw material movements, maintaining product quality through rigorous inspections, and collaborating with quality control teams, troubleshooting production bottleneck, implementing process improvements, and supporting junior staff development. Additionally, the position supports maintenance activities and contributes to procedural reviews and risk assessments to uphold safety and operational standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- • Ensure participation and compliance with the Health and Safety Management System.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards, aiming for zero non-conformances during internal and external audits.
• Manage packaging materials, pallets, and finished goods to ensure zero discrepancies, accurate records, and availability of required stock.
• Conduct weekly, monthly, mid-year, and year-end stock counts, ensuring accurate recording and communication to stakeholders and resolve stock discrepancies by analyzing production bookings, damages, and coordinating with relevant departments.
• Maintain high-quality standards according to ISO 9001, NAMS/EN 197, and internal guidelines.
• Assist in root cause analysis and recommend solutions for recurring issues related to packaging and loading.
• Identify training needs and assist in training team members.
• Coordinate cement production and loading activities to ensure timely delivery to customers.
• Coordinate loading activities with Sales Terminal and maintain effective communication with logistics.
• Ensure accurate recording of production figures, equipment downtime, and incidents.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 12
- A tertiary qualification in warehousing and stock management is an added advantage.
- Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office with basic knowledge of IT systems.
- Basic electrical and instrumentation knowledge. Knowledge of plant automation and control systems
(PCS 7 and WinCC) is an advantage. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage workload, take initiative, and make sound judgments.
- Good understanding of stock control requirements and objectives.
- Experience in the manufacturing industry will be advantageous.
- Understanding of quality requirements and specifications for materials and products.
- Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and lead teams with varying educational levels.
- Good problem-solving capabilities.
- Training and coaching skills, supported by a solid technical process understanding.
- Fluency in English.
- Willingness to engage in further learning and development.
- Valid National Driver’s License.
HOW TO APPLY:
DEADLINE: 06/11/2026
HAND-DELIVER YOUR COMPREHENSIVE CV: Ohorongo Cement (PTY) LTD, Plant Sargberg, Human Resources Department; OR
E-Mail it directly to: recruitment@ohorongo-cement.com
Note: Only short-listed candidates would be contacted.
Women and previously disadvantaged people are encouraged to apply.
No documents will be returned to applicants.