Assistant Packhouse Manager

Mayfly Agri; Hermanus; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayfly Agri in Hermanus, Western Cape, seeks an Assistant Packhouse Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, packaging planning, and QA. You will lead Packhouse and Dispatch Supervisors, ensure packhouse efficiency, and uphold food safety standards.

The ideal candidate holds a tertiary qualification in Agriculture, 3–5 years’ experience in packhouse management, HACCP and GlobalG.A.P. knowledge, strong Excel skills, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Agriculture or related field required.
• 3–5 years' experience in Assistant Packhouse Management.
• Prior supervision/management experience in packhouse or fresh produce.
• Proven experience in production and quality management.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and GlobalG.A.P. systems.
• Excellent Excel skills and IT proficiency.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; good communication.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day management and operations of the Packhouse.
• Plan and coordinate packing activities to meet customer demand.
• Maintain high product quality and food safety standards (HACCP & GlobalG.A.P.).
• Lead and develop Packhouse and Dispatch Supervisors and teams.
• Manage packaging materials and ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Drive productivity, efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Ensure Health and Safety standards and company policies.
• Collaborate with Production, Logistics and Commercial teams to ensure efficiency and service.
• Oversee staff scheduling, training, performance management and labour allocation.
• Monitor KPIs: throughput, yield, quality, waste and efficiency.
• Maintain records, documentation and traceability for audits.
• Prepare for audits and certifications.
• Ensure cold-chain integrity and proper storage handling.
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste and downtime.
• Address quality issues and customer feedback with corrective actions.

Skills

Quality management

HACCP

GlobalG.A.P.

Microsoft Excel

Leadership

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Tertiary qualification in Agriculture or related field

Job description

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a tertiary qualification in Agriculture or a related field
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Assistant Packhouse Management
• Previous experience in a Packhouse supervisory or management role, preferably within the fresh produce industry
• Proven experience in both production and quality management
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of quality management systems, HACCP and Global G.A.P.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure while managing multiple priorities
• Excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Strong leadership, coaching and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Must have a valid driver's license and own reliable vehicle

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Assisting with the day-to-day management and operations of the Packhouse.
• Planning and coordinating packing activities to meet customer requirements and demand.
• Maintaining the highest standards of product quality and food safety, including HACCP and Global G.A.P. requirements.
• Leading, managing and developing Packhouse and Dispatch Supervisors and their respective teams.
• Managing packaging materials and ensuring uninterrupted Packhouse operations.
• Driving productivity, efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety standards, company policies and procedures.
• Working closely with Production, Logistics and Commercial teams to ensure operational efficiency and exceptional customer service.
• Overseeing staff scheduling, training, performance management and labour allocation.
• Monitoring, analysing and reporting on key performance indicators (throughput, yield, quality, waste and efficiency).
• Maintaining accurate records, documentation and traceability systems for audits and compliance.
• Preparing for and supporting internal and external quality, food-safety and certification audits.
• Ensuring effective cold-chain integrity, proper product handling and storage conditions.
• Identifying opportunities to reduce waste, minimise downtime and optimise packing processes.
• Addressing quality-related issues and customer feedback promptly while implementing corrective actions.