Senior Food Manufacturing Operations Manager

12 hours ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Food Manufacturing Operations Manager to oversee all technical aspects of food manufacturing operations, ensuring smooth and efficient production processes.

About the Role

We are looking for a talented individual with a strong background in food technology, quality assurance, and food safety to join our clients' production team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in a technical role within the food manufacturing industry, preferably as a Trade Tested Millwright or Electrician.

Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance work to maintain effective turnaround times.
  • Ensure job cards issued are completed accurately and manage the worklist using available resources.
  • Return and accurately complete maintenance check sheets.
  • Respond effectively to unplanned maintenance and breakdowns.
  • Report downtime details accurately and deliver high-quality maintenance work.
  • Maintain neat and tidy maintenance areas at all times.
  • Take ownership of the designated facility and ensure adherence to standards.
  • Report deviations from policies and procedures.
  • Be available for standby duties and ensure area temperatures meet specifications.

The successful candidate will also supervise and manage a crew of maintenance staff, foster a positive team attitude, and follow up on completed work. Additionally, they will be responsible for ensuring timekeeping of staff.

Qualifications and Experience
  • Trade Tested Millwright or Electrician certification.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a technical role within the food manufacturing industry.
  • Strong knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
  • Experience with HACCP, GMP, and other quality control systems.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

We offer a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $110,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits and opportunities for career growth. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application today.



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