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Production Manager (Fresh Produce)

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Germiston, East Rand

Advertised By:Agency

Company Name:Job Placements

Job Type:Full-Time

Description

Minimum requirements:

Diploma or degree in Operations Management, Production Management, Supply Chain, or a related field (advantageous).
35 years experience in a production or operations environment, ideally in fresh produce, food processing, or FMCG.
Demonstrated experience leading teams in a high-paced environment.
Knowledge of cold-chain logistics and produce quality standards preferred.
Strong operational understanding of fresh produce handling, packing, and cold-chain processes.
Experience with production planning and workflow optimisation.
Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.

Personality Traits:

Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Calm under pressure and able to manage multiple priorities.
Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.

Duties and responsibilities:

Operational Management:
- Plan, organise, and manage daily production schedules across all processing and packing lines.
- Ensure efficient staging, allocation, and movement of produce from receiving to dispatch.
- Maintain optimal workflow to meet customer orders and delivery timelines.
- Coordinate closely with Staging, QC, Procurement, Dispatch, and Operations teams to ensure alignment and operational continuity.
Quality and Food Safety:
- Enforce compliance with all food safety protocols, hygiene standards, and internal QA requirements.
- Work with the Quality Control team to resolve quality deviations and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Monitor produce-handling practices to minimise waste and maintain product integrity.
Team Leadership:
- Supervise, lead, and motivate production supervisors, line leaders, and general staff.
- Schedule shifts, manage attendance, and ensure adequate staffing for operational demands.
- Provide ongoing coaching, performance management, and skills development.
Cost and Resource Management:
- Manage labour efficiency and control overtime to meet budget targets.
- Monitor consumables, packaging materials, and equipment usage to minimise waste.
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within production operations.
Equipment and Facility Oversight:
- Ensure all equipment functions optimally and coordinate maintenance as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe production environment.
- Report facility or equipment issues promptly to Maintenance or Management.
Data, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement:
- Track production KPIs such as throughput, accur
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