Lead Production Manager - Feed Milling & Pelleting

Network Finance; Bothaville; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance is seeking an experienced production leader to oversee daily animal feed production operations, from planning and formulations to packaging and reporting.

The role requires strong production management experience in feed milling, with hands-on knowledge of pelleting, batching, raw materials and automated equipment, plus leadership skills to manage teams and maintain quality. Based in the processing plant, the position emphasizes efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification or recognised trade (Millwright, Fitter, Electrician, Mechanical/Electrical or production qualification).
• Proven production management experience within animal feed/milling industry.
• Strong practical knowledge of feed milling, pelleting, batching/formulations, raw materials and automated equipment.
• Experience in production planning, quality control, troubleshooting and maintenance coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily animal feed production operations including planning, formulations, raw materials, premixes, packaging and reporting.
• Manage production teams, productivity and disciplinary matters while maintaining quality standards.
• Oversee automated feed-milling and pelleting processes, coordinate maintenance and minimise downtime.
• Ensure efficient plant performance and reliable operations.

Skills

Production management

Leadership

Quality control

Maintenance coordination

Education

Millwright / trade qualification

Electrical/Mechanical trade qualification

Job description

Network Finance is seeking an experienced production leader to oversee daily animal feed production operations, from planning and formulations to packaging and reporting.

The role requires strong production management experience in feed milling, with hands-on knowledge of pelleting, batching, raw materials and automated equipment, plus leadership skills to manage teams and maintain quality. Based in the processing plant, the position emphasizes efficiency and reliability.