Operations Supervisor (Fruit Industry)

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd; Durbanville; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fruit export sector is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee daily operations in their cold storage facility in Durbanville. This role is crucial for ensuring efficient handling and dispatch of fruit, while maintaining high safety and operational standards. Candidates should have experience in team management and a solid understanding of compliance regulations. The successful applicant will be responsible for driving productivity and process improvements while managing a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing teams and operations within the cold storage or fruit industry.
• Strong understanding of health, safety and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations within the cold storage facility.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and operational efficiency.
• Manage, train and motivate staff.

Skills

Team Management

Compliance Adherence

Inventory Management

Operational Efficiency

Safety Protocols

Job description

POSITION: Operations Supervisor (Fruit Industry)
LOCATION: Durbanville, Cape Town

Job Description
The supervisor will oversee daily operations within the cold storage facility,
ensuring efficient handling, storage and dispatch of fruit exports.
This role is critical to maintaining safety standards and operational efficiency.
The supervisor will manage a team of staff, ensuring adherence to company
policies and industry regulations.

• Manage all operational activities to ensure that all loading, unloading and storing of fruit pallets are in accordance with procedures and operational requirements.
• Ensure that all inspections operations are done in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure effective utilization of staff to maintain high level of productivity and meeting daily targets.
• Ensure that the integrity of the cold chain remain intact.
• Ensure effective inventory management
• Manage, train and motivate staff
• Distribute work in a well-balanced manner
• Conduct regular team meetings and safety briefings.
• Compile attendance register and report on staffing levels to operations coordinator
• Ensure compliance with the health, safety and hygiene regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections to maintain high standards of housekeeping, inventory accuracy and product quality during handling of pallets.
• Liaise with teams to address and resolve any issues.
• Identity and implement process improvements for increased efficiency.
• Collaborate with the operations coordinator to develop and enforce operational procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of daily activities, inventory levels, deviations and incidents.
• Prepare and submit regular reports to the operations coordinator.