Night Shift Production Manager

1 week ago


Cape Town, South Africa Pesto Princess Full time

The Role

Pesto Princess Foods wishes to employ an experienced Night Shift Production Manager responsible for supervising production line and personnel, following procedures in compliance with company policies (HACCP & GMP) while achieving the highest level of productivity and exceptional product quality.

About Pesto Princess Foods
Pesto Princess manufactures fresh, preservative-free pesto sauces, soups, cooking sauces & dips sold through retail chains and food distributors
nationwide. The factory is in a secure business park, South Peninsula, Cape Town.

Core Responsibilities, Duties & Tasks

- Implement the production master plan, ensuring all products meet the required quality standards.
- Complete production schedules, increase efficiencies & operate within budget.
- Complete daily reports accurately (handover reports, attendance, staffing, yields).
- Identify & communicate opportunities for increased efficiencies through process optimisation, while eliminating repeat deficiencies.
- Partner with Quality Control to ensure a food safe and sanitary environment.
- Understand the Food Safety Management System as it relates to production and cultivate a food safety & quality culture within the team.
- Maintain accurate traceability throughout the production process.
- Communicate daily targets to the team with clarity.
- Mentor, coach and train/ cross-train employees by providing consistent feedback on strengths & areas for growth.
- Manage employee conduct and take appropriate disciplinary action on a fair and consistent basis.
- Follow and promote all safety initiatives, (wear and ensure others wear appropriate PPE in areas where mandatory.
- Collaborate & communicate with day shift staff to ensure that departmental goals are met or exceeded.
- Manage daily, weekly, and monthly stocktakes on the factory floor.
- Manage the inventory by keeping track of raw materials, WIP and finished goods for interrupted production flow. Identify raw material shortages and notify management of impact on production schedules. Advise relevant parties of inability to meet scheduled due date.
- Respond to emergencies or unforeseen events during the night shift.
- Manage production related maintenance.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills, Experience & Attributes

- Relevant diploma or degree in Production Management, Operations Management, BSc/ BTech or similar qualification.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a management role in a food manufacturing environment
- Valid Drivers’ licence plus own reliable vehicle are essential.
- Available for night shift, with sufficient strength, stamina & level-headedness.
- Competent in Excel, Word and Sage Evolution or similar system
- Able to manage workflow and delegate tasks
- Able to follow instructions & procedures, while paying attention to details.
- An empowered leader, capable of motivating & inspiring a diverse production team.
- Solve problems creatively and think on your feet.
- Conscious of the impact the business has on the environment
- You care and have integrity.

Working Hours

- Monday to Thursday 18h00 – 06h00 (12-hour night shift).
- May be required to work dayshift in the summer months and alternate
weekends.
- 288k – 336k per annum, depending on skillset & experience

Company Culture

Caring is the key company value on our business journey. If you care about the customer, care about producing excellent work & care about the impact the business has on the environment, then this position is for you. Since we will also be caring for you, be prepared to do the extraordinary, and have your talents developed.

Apply for this Job

There are two steps to your application:

- Write a one-page letter of motivation explaining why you are the best candidate for this position.
- Update your CV and send it to apply@pesto.co.za along with the letter of motivation.

Closing date 9h00 Friday 10 January 2025. If you have not heard from Pesto Princess within 2 weeks, please consider your
application unsuccessful. We reserve the right to re-advertise should we not find a suitable candidate.

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