Production Administrator

Fourier Recruitment; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Operations Supervisor to ensure efficient production processes in a dynamic environment. This role involves overseeing compliance with health and safety standards, monitoring production metrics, and ensuring effective communication across teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production operations, with a focus on quality and compliance. If you are passionate about operational excellence and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in the production sector.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 required, with familiarity in Packsys and HACCP.
• Packhouse experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient operations and compliance with health and safety policies.
• Monitor production metrics and prepare reports for management.

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Production Monitoring

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Packsys

Office 365

HACCP

Job description

Operations :

• Ensure that efficient and effective start-up, change-over, operations and shutdown procedures are followed.
• Ensure that materials according to packing instruction and table allocations are accounted for and documented for waste and utilization.
• Monitor the production dashboard accuracy on bins p/h, OEE, downtime and absenteeism.
• Measure production tact times, packing per inventory type, strapping, labeling, etc.
• Verify that evaluation of scales, label machines and packing tables machinery are monitored to ensure all are working correctly.
• Monitor the wet line application according to variety protocols, including monitoring of production associated checklists.
• Review production and marketing plan requirements and formulate the production plans as inputs for the final packing instructions.

Quality :

• Daily reporting on average fruit weight per PUC and variety, cup fill and line design vs actual.
• Ensure that rejected pallet sign off sheet is completed and accurate, with production trending.

Compliance :

• Ensure team compliance to all Health and Safety policies and procedures and adherence to all signages. Supervise and monitor the cleaning during shifts and manage the cleaning of designated areas as required.
• Ensure pre-audits on the production department are done to align with external audits and minimize internal NC's.
• Oversee that the team is adhering to policies and procedures and that health and safety rules are followed.

Communication and Reporting :

• Ensure good communication on all levels to ensure effective and efficient operations.
• Daily reporting to production and packhouse manager on any deviations or corrective actions required.
• Keep records of run changeover, conveyor belt checks, shift records, start-up checks, cleaning and other relevant documentation.
• Prepare and participate in meetings related to production planning, quality, compliance, and other relevant topics.
• Present reports and findings to management and other stakeholders during meetings.

Qualifications and Experience :

• Grade 12.
• Familiarity with Packsys, Office 365 and HACCP.
• Packhouse experience will be advantageous.