Silo Operator: Sebafoods (Z) Limited

Company Overview

Part of 260 Brands Africa, Seba Foods (Z) Ltd is an African consumer goods manufacturer based in Zambia.

We provide ‘value-for-money’ products that consumers can trust and feel good about. The company`s products have become household names in Zambia, priding themselves in very high-quality products through well-known brands such as Golden Goodness, Emilios and Instant Thobwa.

We manufacture, market and distribute reasonably priced consumer products inspired by local tastes, made from the best African raw ingredients that contribute to our consumer’s well-being.

Our local brands that are trusted and loved by our consumers are the most valuable asset we have. Our products must always be high-quality and a source wellness and pride.

We empower local farmers and small businesses by locally sourcing inputs and materials whenever we can.

We believe in creating mutually beneficial relationships. If we prosper, so should our consumers, employees, customers, suppliers and the community.

Job purpose

Reporting to the Factory Manager, the Silo operator will be responsible to manage 4 x 4000tons of galvanized steel silo’s, to meet the commercial requirements of Seba Foods’ whilst maximising efficiency and upholding quality, health, safety and environmental standards.

He/She will be responsible to liaise with Logistics, Quality Control, Procurement, Accounts and Production Manager while operating the silos

Key responsibilities

Weighbridge

1. Receive vehicle on incoming w/b and enter details of contract into the w/b computer system
2. Instruct driver to park-up or direct to appropriate tipping pit
3. Receive vehicle on outgoing w/b, weigh and issue w/b ticket
4. Draw off samples from the vehicle, provide to QA for further approvals
a. Check sample for evidence of grain pests and or admixture
5. Enter sample results into the ERP
6. Bag and label samples
7. Perform daily control checks for all relevant apparatus using known reference samples
8. Undertake Proficiency tests as required and complete the relevant report sheet for submission

Control Room

Operate and maintain full PLC system.
Operate manual sliding gates to unload silos
Operate cleaner by insuring correct screens is fitted for correct product.
Housekeeping, insuring all silos and Elevators are locked at all times.
Insuring correct product movement to avoid mixture of product at all times.
Operation of control panel including ship loading scale
1. Directing lorries to various tipping pits
2. Input of information into ERP
3. Movement of grain around the silo as instructed
4. Cleaning of storage bins as required
5. Preparation of stock sheets, stock declarations and temperature readings

Health, Safety and Environment

6. Assist the management to comply with Health and Safety, Fire and Environmental legislation
7. Ensure compliance with the company Health, Safety and Environmental policies
8. Co-operate and engage in health, safety and environment training as required
9. To keep records as required by Health and Safety
10. Provide support to the management to run the site in a safe and efficient manner
11. Ensure site security is maintained at all times

Product Line Responsibilities

12. Operation of the weighbridge
13. Operation of the silo’s
14. Operation of the shiploader
15. Operation of the control panel and scales
16. Comply with company procedures at all times
17. Keep records as required by Quality Assurance or any relevant government legislation

Key Qualifications & Requirements

1. Proficiency and experience in handling inventory
2. PLC experience
3. Silo operation experience will be a benefit
4. Good teamworking skills
5. English Verbal and written communication skills
6. Logical reasoning
7. Numerical skills
8. Electrical or ITI Diploma or Related Qualification
9. Able to cope under pressure and work towards deadlines
10. Able to work at heights
11. IT literate with experience of using Microsoft office
12. A flexible approach to working hours specifically in peak periods
13. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally.
14. Ability to work co-operatively with others and independently at times without supervision

Solving Problems and Getting Results

1. Accept responsibility for resolving a problem to its final conclusion
2. Assist in the achievement and the on-going improvement of business results
3. Show dissatisfaction with poor performance and drive processes to achieve business goals
4. Strive to achieve agreed deadlines and standards, especially when the going gets tough or the anticipated situation changes
5. Apply a systematic problem-solving approach to identify causes, explore alternatives and recommend the best course of action to resolve the problem now and into the future

Functional expertise

1. Remain up to date in your area of specialty or expertise
2. Apply a body of knowledge and experience to current business situations in order to add value and improve business efficiencies and profitability
3. Apply technical or specialist expertise and experience for the benefit of the organisation and consider the context in which these are applied
4. Ensure that your functional expertise supports that of other experts, rather than being in competition with them (e.g. colleagues)
5. Persuade or negotiate with others by relying on technical or specialist knowledge and experience;
6. Present documented material or proposals in a credible and professional manner
7. Share the technical implications of a situation with non-specialists, or explain it to them

Interpersonal skills

The ideal candidate must be able to:

1. Speak English clearly and confidently i.e. must be articulate;
2. Listen actively to fully understand the other person’s view or perspective;
3. Tailor feedback to the specific needs and communication styles of others;
4. Prepare effective presentations and where required, concisely present/communicate a complete and accurate picture of the current situation or of the company’s products and services;
5. Develop and maintain two-way communication with a variety of people at different levels both within and outside the organisation;
6. Suggest proposals to address vital concerns and important business issues; and
7. Build a network of relevant role-players both within and outside the organization.

Team leadership

1. Influence others to achieve the organisation’s human resources mission and goals;
2. Organise the work and allocate roles and responsibilities to self and staff members;
3. Provide ongoing direction to individuals/teams in terms of roles, goal setting and performance standards;
4. Coach and assign/delegate tasks to develop the capabilities of others and find satisfaction in knowing the impact made on an individual’s work and career;
5. Lead from a position of influence, not merely authority;
6. Create and reinforce a culture of teamwork and cooperation amongst all stakeholders;
7. Create a climate of sustainable motivation at work that empowers people to want to do their best;
8. Provide the information and other resources needed for staff to perform their tasks well;
9. Communicate results achieved on a regular basis, and realign focus and standards when needed;
10. Complete face-to-face staff evaluations and written appraisals where appropriate;
11. Resolve conflict between and among employees constructively and fairly;
12. Manage poor performance decisively and in good time;
13. Implement disciplinary procedures where necessary ensuring alignment with organisational policies & governing labour legislation.

Strategic Orientation

1. Use complex strategic thinking skills and incorporate conceptual, analytical and intuitive abilities;
2. Disseminate and communicate the vision for the future;
3. Develop clear, step-by-step Human Resource strategies aligned to the Vertical’s overall Strategic intent and timelines; and understand the organisation’s inherent strengths & weaknesses in relation to human capital;
4. Understand and keep abreast of competitors’ strengths and weaknesses;
5. Formulate policies and procedures to support the business;
6. Plan and implement fact based changes and innovations within the business;
7. Identify and verify critical information and intelligence for formulating goals;
8. Set long-term objectives for the business;
9. Build an appropriate image for the company and broader organisation.

Entrepreneurship and profitable growth

1. Proactively seek opportunities to grow the current business and identify new business opportunities;
2. Identify opportunities in clients’ businesses to promote relevant solutions in your own business;
3. Determine, as soon as possible, the costs and benefits of a business proposition;
4. Understand the key performance indicators/influencers driving the market (externally & internally);
5. Understand and manage the market dynamics (competition, the rules of the game and regulations);
6. Understand financial terms and conditions in the business process, including cash flow, discounts, credit terms, implementation costs, project funding, foreign exchange, taxation, et al:
7. Formulate a budget and understand and work closely to deliver that budget.

Solving Problems and Getting Results

1. Accept responsibility for resolving a problem to its final conclusion;
2. Drive achievement and the on-going improvement of business results;
3. Show dissatisfaction with poor performance and drive processes to achieve business goals;
4. Strive to achieve agreed deadlines and standards, especially when the going gets tough or the anticipated situation changes;
5. Review and evaluate proposals in line with broader business strategies;
6. Know when to move on to the next opportunity and not invest too much time on “spent” business opportunities;
7. Apply a systematic problem-solving approach to identify causes, explore alternatives and decide on the best course of action to resolve the problem now and into the future.