Packhouse Supervisor | Lead Citrus Production & Safety

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

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.