Packhouse Manager

Fruitways; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agri-business in South Africa seeks a Packhouse Manager for its Melpack Packhouse in Vyeboom. The role involves overseeing pre-sorting operations, managing production processes, and leading a team to ensure productivity and adherence to quality standards. Candidates should have at least 3 years in a production environment and a related diploma. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a production environment.
• 1-2 years management experience in an organised labour environment.
• Strong analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pre-sorting planning and production processes.
• Monitor and check relevant quality controls.
• Manage health and safety protocols.
• Maintain effective relationships with employees and union members.
• Lead and motivate production personnel.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Team management

Effective communication

Education

National Diploma in Production Management or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Operational management systems

Job description

Overview

Packhouse Manager (Presort­ing) — Fruitways is a leading agri-business in South Africa. We specialise in the growing, packing and marketing of apples and pears to retailers, traders and wholesalers around the globe. Fruitways has an opportunity for a Packhouse Manager at Melpack Packhouse, Vyeboom. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring the efficient pre-sorting operations of the packhouse. This role requires strong organisational skills, analytical thinking, and proven leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the effective implementation of the pre-sorting planning and production processes to ensure order fulfilment according to market specifications.
• Monitor and check that relevant quality controls are in place, adhere to and meet customer expectations.
• Manage and monitor that all relevant health and safety protocols and standards are adhered to according to HACCP/BRC and company regulations.
• Manage and maintain effective relationships with employees, union members and shop stewards.
• Lead, manage and motivate a team of production personnel, monitor productivity, and ensure continuous improvement of the production department.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a production environment, with an additional 1-2 years management experience in an organised labour environment.
• A National Diploma in Production Management or Industrial Engineering.
• Computer literate and knowledge of operational management systems.
• The ability to communicate effectively on all levels.
• Leadership ability to grow and develop team of Line Managers and Supervisors.
• Strong analytical skills.

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