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1 day ago

Queenstown South Africa Headhunters Full time

Our client in the Dairy industry is seeking to employ an experienced Processed Cheese Supervisor to their team based in Queenstown. Requirements Grade 12 / Matric Minimum 5 years’ experience in processed cheese manufacturing, including supervisory experience Extensive technical experience in slice-on-slice cheese production (non-negotiable) Relevant qualification in Food Technology, Dairy Processing, or equivalent (NQF 4 minimum; NQF 5+ and further dairy certifications advantageous) In-depth understanding of FSSC 22000 V6, including implementation and audit readiness Strong knowledge of high-care manufacturing environments and HACCP principles Proven experience in managing production KPIs (yield, waste, quality, efficiency) Responsibilities: Operational Leadership Manage all production activities within the slice-on-slice department Plan, schedule, and monitor daily output performance Lead Team Leaders and ±15 production staff, ensuring effective manpower utilisation Maintain adherence to production targets, efficiency standards, and customer specifications Food Safety and Quality Compliance Ensure compliance with FSSC 22000 (V6), internal policies, and regulatory requirements Monitor CCPs, hygiene standards, allergen controls, and GMP compliance Lead internal and external audits, ensuring 100% audit readiness Performance and Cost Control Drive yield optimisation, material control, waste reduction, and cost efficiency Analyse departmental KPIs, variances, and corrective actions Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce downtime People Management and Development Provide clear leadership, coaching, and performance management for team leaders and production staff Ensure skills development, SOP compliance, and adherence to safety procedures Maintain a high-performance, disciplined departmental culture Stakeholder and Customer Interaction Engage with Quality, Technical, Warehouse and Distribution, and SHE teams Participate in customer visits and ensure compliance with global QSR standards Please note that if you do not receive a response withing two weeks of applying, you many consider your application unsuccessful.

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