Butchery Production Controller(Gqeberha) (Port Elizabeth)

Econo Foods; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG sector is seeking a Butchery Production Controller in Gqeberha. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing daily production, managing processes related to meat preparation, and training team members on equipment usage. Ideal candidates should possess substantial experience in the FMCG retail industry and have solid knowledge of meat cutting techniques and cold chain management.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of meat preparation techniques, cuts and equipment.
• Experience in FMCG Retail industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production and manage production processes.
• Ensure orders are completed and day-to-day employee issues addressed.
• Train production team on the use of equipment.

Skills

Meat product knowledge

Cold chain management

Production planning

Meat cutting techniques

Quality indicators

Cleaning and Hygiene standards

Education

Proven experience of at least 3 years in similar positions

Job description

Job title : Butchery Production Controller(Gqeberha) (Port Elizabeth)

Job Location : Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth Deadline : July 14, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

• The Butchery Production Controller ’s responsibilities will include oversee daily production, manage production processes, utilise butchery equipment, ensure orders are completed, and day to day production employee issues.
• Ensure the correct daily production functions are met, including meat carcass breaking, bandsaw cutting, quality inspections, use of meat grinders, knives and other tools to cut meat down into smaller portions, weighing, pricing, and dispatching orders.
• Training and monitoring the production team on use of production equipment to ensure the team are well trained on all equipment.
• You will also speak to store personnel to determine their needs, provide advice regarding proper cuts of meat and preparation methods, and coordinate pickups or deliveries.

Requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and break various meat carcasses according to laid down specifications.
• Cutting or portioning using a bandsaw or knife.
• Mincing and Sausage filling with meat grinding machines, mixer machines and filler machines
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment.
• Weighing, packaging, pricing of meat orders.
• Training of team members on the production equipment.
• Report any defective equipment / utensils to the Regional Production Manager
• Monitor / maintain the cold chain of product, working areas and storage areas
• Oversee the receiving of meat from suppliers.
• Assist with training team members on various new products / lines.
• Ensures that cleaning and housekeeping standards on equipment and work areas are maintained according to laid down standards and norms.
• Wear the correct PPE in accordance with the company policy and procedures
• No interference or abuse of any health, safety and environmental welfare equipment.
• Be actively involved in the OHS and Food Safety System, participate in OHS and Food Safety System activities as and when directed
• Oversee inventory control. Ensuring FIFO, report and minimise stock losses.
• Maintain full traceability of products throughout the production process.
• Manage production team time and attendance

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of meat preparation techniques, cuts and equipment.
• Proven experience of at least 3 years in similar positions, with a preference for experience within the FMCG Retail industry.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Ability to use hand tools, stand or walk for extending periods, lift heavy items, and work in cold environments.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.
• Building and maintaining relationships with strong interpersonal skills.
• Living the company values and unique HO HOLA company culture.
• Friendly, helpful, confident yet humble, and able to work well in a team.
• Ability to work in a highly competitive, fast past and dynamic environment.
• Meat product knowledge
• Cold chain management
• Production planning
• Meat cutting techniques
• Block tests
• Quality indicators
• Cleaning and Hygiene standards

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