Packhouse Manager: Export Fruit Ops Lead (Bilingual)

Vine Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced Packhouse Manager to oversee operations of a plum farm's packhouse. The role involves managing staff, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and handling packhouse processes from fruit intake to export. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in packhouse management and strong communication and organizational skills, and the position is available immediately with a competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Experience managing a small/medium-sized packhouse.
• Ability to manage cold room facilities.
• Understanding of industry standards and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Run the packhouse which packs fruit for the export market.
• Supervise a staff of 100 persons during the season.
• Ensure compliance with industry protocols.

Skills

Fully bilingual with good communication skills

Proven track record in packhouse management

Knowledge of Vitrax system

Familiarity with a 4 lane pack line

Basic mechanical knowledge

Strong organizational and administrative skills

Comfortable liaising with various stakeholders

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced Packhouse Manager to oversee operations of a plum farm's packhouse. The role involves managing staff, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and handling packhouse processes from fruit intake to export. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in packhouse management and strong communication and organizational skills, and the position is available immediately with a competitive salary.