Production Manager

Recruitment Matters; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 450 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Production Manager to oversee manufacturing operations in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will ensure efficiency and quality in food production, with a strong focus on compliance and process optimization. Responsibilities include managing daily production, implementing quality control measures, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have a minimum of 5 years of experience in food manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production management role within the food manufacturing industry.
• Experience with HACCP, GMP, and other food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily production operations to ensure efficiency and high-quality output.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, and workflow to meet demand.
• Implement and monitor quality control measures to maintain product consistency.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards.
• Optimize production processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Manage and train production staff to ensure high performance and adherence to safety protocols.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability and minimal downtime.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with procurement to ensure raw material availability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare reports on production performance, efficiency, and quality metrics.
• Maintain health and safety standards in line with company policies and industry regulations.

Skills

Strong leadership and team management abilities

In-depth knowledge of food production processes and quality control

Ability to optimize production efficiency and reduce costs

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

Strong understanding of health, safety, and regulatory compliance

Proficiency in production planning and inventory management

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment

Strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Food Science, Production Management, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Our client is looking for a Production Manager to oversee manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience in food production, strong leadership skills, and a passion for optimizing processes in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily production operations to ensure efficiency and high-quality output.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, and workflow to meet demand.
• Implement and monitor quality control measures to maintain product consistency.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards.
• Optimize production processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Manage and train production staff to ensure high performance and adherence to safety protocols.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability and minimal downtime.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with procurement to ensure raw material availability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare reports on production performance, efficiency, and quality metrics.
• Maintain health and safety standards in line with company policies and industry regulations.

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of food production processes and quality control.
• Ability to optimize production efficiency and reduce costs.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and regulatory compliance in food manufacturing.
• Proficiency in production planning and inventory management.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production management role within the food manufacturing industry.
• Experience with HACCP, GMP, and other food safety regulations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Food Science, Production Management, Engineering, or a related field.