Production Manager

5 hours ago


Paarl, South Africa Finovate Full time

Our client is looking for a passionate, people-oriented, and meticulous **Production Manager** to join the **Food Processing team.**

This position will focus on the manufacturing and processing of cold pressed juices, water bottling, and aperitif.

The ideal incumbent is a dynamic, positive professional with experience in food production and team management.

**Requirements**:

- BSc / BTech / National Diploma in Food Science / Technology or relevant qualification.
- Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in food manufacturing (FMCG) or production management.
- HACCP knowledge will be advantageous.
- Fresh produce knowledge will be advantageous.
- Bottling or fruit packaging experience will be advantageous.
- Excellent communication skills (Afrikaans and English).
- Excellent people and process management skills.
- Strong analytical and technical skills.
- Proven problem-solving skills.
- Meticulous and quick to pick up on inaccuracies.
- Ability to delegate tasks, as required.
- Self-motivated and takes initiative.
- Ability to thrive under pressure.
- Deadline and target driven.
- Systematic and innovative.

**Responsibilities**:

- Plan and organise production schedules and forecasts.
- Manage three production teams.
- Monitor quality and output of production.
- Oversee management of raw materials.
- Maintain and ensure food safety standards.
- Ensure that the company culture is maintained and upheld daily.
- Manage and improve production staff retention and staff absenteeism.
- Organise relevant training sessions.
- Support the New Product Development (NPD) process by assisting and conducting trials and identifying optimal production methods.
- Work closely with and support the maintenance and technical teams.

**Salary**: Market related (depending on qualifications and experience).

Location: Cape Winelands.

Starting date: As soon as possible


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