Production Manager

Pedros Chicken; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Pedros Chicken in Polokwane is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the complete production process, drive efficiency, ensure quality and maintain safety standards. You will manage schedules, supervise staff, and coordinate with suppliers to meet demand.

This role requires strong leadership, poultry industry knowledge, experience in production planning, quality control, inventory management and adherence to health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Matric and a relevant tertiary qualification are required.
• Proven work experience within the production/food processing industry is essential.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills are required.
• Poultry knowledge is advantageous for this role.
• Solid understanding of food safety and quality control is necessary.
• Experience with processing equipment and SOP compliance is preferred.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations is mandatory.
• Experience in inventory management and production scheduling is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production plans to meet sales and distribution requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Lead daily team meetings to align on targets and address operational issues.
• Ensure daily production targets are met and manage deviations promptly.
• Conduct regular quality control checks and address identified issues.
• Oversee inventory levels and manage procurement in line with forecasts.
• Directly supervise production staff, providing coaching and guidance.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and conduct safety audits.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate maintenance.
• Track and analyze production metrics and present reports to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Production scheduling

Quality control

Food safety

Poultry knowledge

Health and safety awareness

Inventory management

Problem solving

Education

Matric

Tertiary qualification in production/food processing

Job description

The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the production process to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety. This role involves managing production schedules, supervising staff, maintaining equipment, and driving continuous improvement to meet organizational goals. The role is critical in coordinating with other departments to achieve optimal production output while adhering to quality and safety standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

General Management:

• Develop and implement production plans to meet sales and distribution requirements
• Coordinate with suppliers and ensure the timely delivery of materials
• Lead daily team meetings to align on targets and address operational issues

Production Overview:

• Ensure daily production targets are met and manage deviations promptly
• Conduct regular quality control checks and address any identified issues
• Oversee inventory levels and manage procurement in line with demand forecasts
• To understand and monitor yields in line with the SOP

Staff Supervision and Development:

• Directly supervise production staff, providing coaching and guidance to enhance performance
• Conduct performance evaluations and recommend training or development programs as needed
• Foster a safe and motivated work environment

Health and Safety Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to all health and safety regulations in the production environment
• Conduct routine safety audits and implement corrective actions for any discrepancies

Equipment Maintenance:

• Monitor production equipment to ensure it is operating efficiently
• Coordinate scheduled maintenance and address repairs promptly

Reporting and Metrics:

• Track and analyse production metrics to optimize efficiency and identify areas for improvement
• Prepare and present reports on production performance to senior

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Matric
2. Relevant tertiary qualification
3. Proven work experience within the industry
4. Strong leadership and supervisory skills
5. Poultry knowledge
6. Food safety and quality control
7. Processing Equipment
8. Health and Safety regulations
9. Inventory Management
10. Production Scheduling