Packhouse Supervisor

EnableSA; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company seeks experienced Packhouse Supervisors to join the Coega, Port Elizabeth team in January 2026. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years' supervisory experience in the citrus or packhouse industry, proficiency in MS Office, and a valid driver's license. Responsibilities include overseeing daily production operations, ensuring food safety compliance, and facilitating staff training. This position requires candidates to reside in or near the Port Elizabeth / Uitenhage area.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience in the citrus / packhouse industry.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily production operations within assigned plant sections.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and production quality standards.
• Execute production planning in line with operational requirements.
• Supervise and manage production staff, including shift planning and staffing levels.
• Facilitate on-the-job training and upskilling of production staff.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Proficiency in MS Office

Knowledge of food safety regulations

Education

Grade 12

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Our client is seeking 4 experienced Packhouse Supervisors to join the Coega, Port Elizabeth team in January 2026.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily production operations within assigned plant sections
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and production quality standards
• Execute production planning in line with operational requirements
• Supervise and manage production staff, including shift planning and staffing levels
• Maintain discipline and support sound labour relations practice
• Monitor and enforce housekeeping and sanitation standards across production lines
• Facilitate on-the-job training and upskilling of production staff
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Quality, Maintenance, Logistics) to ensure seamless production flow

Requirements

• Grade 12
• A relevant tertiary qualification (advantageous)
• Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience in the citrus / packhouse industry
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• Willingness to work shifts and extended hours as required
• Residing in or near the Port Elizabeth / Uitenhage area