Poultry Processing Team Lead

Astral Foods Ltd; Standerton; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldi in Standerton, part of the Astral Group, seeks a high-energy Team Leader to oversee the daily operations on the processing line. You will manage staff on shift, train new team members on SOPs, and ensure quality, food hygiene, and safety across the line.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a poultry production setting, is computer-literate, willing to work shifts, and able to perform under pressure while coordinating with maintenance and management.

Qualifications

• Matric completion is required.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on poultry breeder operation experience.
• PME qualification or willingness to obtain is required.
• Experience in high-throughput production environments is essential.
• Computer literacy and willingness to work shifts are required.
• Must be hardworking, honest, self-motivated and willing to work overtime when necessary.
• Ability to manage staff professionally, work independently and cope under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff attendance, performance evaluations and conflict resolution.
• Train new team members on SOPs and line mechanics.
• Perform processing duties including maintaining quality, hygiene, and process flows.
• Communicate with senior management and report production metrics.
• Monitor line speed, yields, and minimize product giveaway.
• Coordinate with maintenance for servicing and breakdowns.
• Enforce HACCP food safety standards and conduct quality checks.
• Maintain a clean, hazard-free workspace and ensure safety at the workplace.
• Other duties as assigned and implement Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff training

Conflict resolution

Shift work

Computer literacy

Education

Matric

PME qualification/ willing to obtain

Job description

Goldi in Standerton, part of the Astral Group, seeks a high-energy Team Leader to oversee the daily operations on the processing line. You will manage staff on shift, train new team members on SOPs, and ensure quality, food hygiene, and safety across the line.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a poultry production setting, is computer-literate, willing to work shifts, and able to perform under pressure while coordinating with maintenance and management.