Production & Operations Manager

3 weeks ago


Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa CLS Human Capital Specialists Full time
Job title : Production & Operations ManagerJob Location : Gauteng, CenturionDeadline : April 21, 2025Quick Recommended Links
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Job Purpose:

  • To oversee factory operations, ensure optimal production output, maintain machinery, and enforce hygiene and compliance standards while effectively managing staff and resources.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education (essential):

  • National Senior Certificate

Minimum education (desirable):

  • Diploma/Degree in production/operations management

Minimum applicable experience (years):            

  • 5 Years' experience in a similar role within the FMCG/Food Production environment

Required nature of experience:

  • Managing and maintaining production machinery
  • Overseeing factory capacity and optimizing production output
  • Ensuring compliance with hygiene and high-care facility standards
  • Hands-on involvement in daily operations to ensure efficiency
  • Effective executional communication and leadership
  • Enforcing authority and ensuring team accountability

Skills and Knowledge (essential):

  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Ability to drive production efficiency and problem-solving mindset
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations and hygiene requirements
  • Proficient in Sage Evolution

Other:

  • Fluent in Afrikaans
  • Own transport and valid driver's license

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS, WEIGHTS AND OBJECTIVES

Production Management & Operational Efficiency (35%)

  • Plan, oversee, and optimize production schedules to meet demand
  • Ensure maximum factory capacity utilization and minimize downtime
  • Implement lean manufacturing principles and process improvements
  • Manage raw material availability and inventory control
  • Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve profitability

Equipment Maintenance & Compliance (25%)

  • Ensure all production machinery and equipment are well-maintained
  • Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize breakdowns and downtime
  • Implement preventative maintenance schedules
  • Maintain compliance with industry regulations (HACCP, ISO, food safety standards)
  • Conduct risk assessments and enforce health and safety protocols

Quality Control & Hygiene Management (20%)

  • Ensure all products meet quality and hygiene standards
  • Implement quality control measures to minimize defects and waste
  • Work with QA teams to maintain food safety compliance
  • Enforce strict hygiene protocols in the high-care facility

Leadership & Workforce Management (20%)

  • Supervise and develop the production team to achieve operational goals
  • Conduct training programs to enhance staff performance and compliance
  • Enforce discipline, ensure accountability, and drive productivity
  • Foster a high-performance culture aligned with the company's values
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