Lead Feed Production Operations Supervisor

Aspire Recruiting (PTY) LTD; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Recruitment (PTY) LTD is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee animal feed manufacturing in Bloemfontein. The role focuses on efficient production, quality control, and safety across the facility, ensuring schedules meet targets and SOPs are followed.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in a supervisory capacity within feed production, a Grade 12 and a Feed Miller certification. Strong leadership, process improvement, and ISO 22000 knowledge are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Education: Grade 12 / NQF4 equivalent and Feed Miller certification.
• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in animal feed production.
• Valid SA driver’s license with reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production schedules and equipment operation to meet targets.
• Ensure FSMS, hygiene, pest control, and traceability across the facility.
• Lead safety, OHS compliance, and permits for high-risk tasks.
• Develop and monitor team performance, training, and KPIs.
• Coordinate maintenance planning with the maintenance dept.

Skills

Production management

Operations planning

Quality control

HSE

Team leadership

Process improvement

Education

National Senior Certificate / Grade 12

Feed Miller certification

Tools

MS Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Aspire Recruitment (PTY) LTD is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee animal feed manufacturing in Bloemfontein. The role focuses on efficient production, quality control, and safety across the facility, ensuring schedules meet targets and SOPs are followed.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in a supervisory capacity within feed production, a Grade 12 and a Feed Miller certification. Strong leadership, process improvement, and ISO 22000 knowledge are essential for success.