General Manager (slaughterhouse, deboning facility and feedlot)

MECS Africa; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the meat processing industry seeks a Manager to oversee feed lot and slaughterhouse operations while ensuring adherence to food safety and quality standards. The role requires extensive experience, strong leadership, and the ability to manage production staff effectively. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and substantial industry experience to drive operational success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in animal production and processing.
• At least 5 years in a managerial position.
• In-depth knowledge of meat processing and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Oversee feed lot and slaughterhouse processing and export operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.
• Lead and manage production staff, including training and scheduling.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meat Science, Food Technology, or a related field

Job description

To Oversee feed lot and slaughterhouse processing and export operations to ensure adherence to food safety and animal welfare standards while managing day to day quality.

Lead production staff, including training, performance management, and scheduling.

Ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO, Halal and other regulatory frameworks and best practices. Coordinate with the supply chain and logistics to meet demand and delivery schedules.

Oversee the maintenance of equipment and ensure operational uptime.

Monitor and manage quality control procedures for carcass grading, sanitation, and traceability. Regular reports of production and efficiency metrics to senior management.

To achieve the approved operational and strategic plan. To oversee the support service of activities.

Requirements :

Minimum of a Bachelors degree in Meat Science, Food Technology, or a related field.

Minimum of 15 years of experience in animal production and processing with a minimum of 5 years in managerial position.

In-depth knowledge of meat processing, quality control, and regulatory standards.

Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.