Production Manager

EnableSA Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturing company in East London is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee filling line operations for dairy products. The role involves managing a team, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality standards are met. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in food manufacturing and strong knowledge of HACCP and GMP standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in filling/packaging within dairy or food manufacturing.
• At least 3 years of proven leadership and supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of filling lines for dairy products.
• Ensure adherence to production schedules and efficiency targets.
• Monitor KPIs such as line efficiency, downtime, yield, and waste.

Skills

Leadership

Filling and packaging knowledge

HACCP compliance

Excel proficiency

Education

Diploma/Degree in Food Technology, Engineering, or Production/Operations Management

Grade 12

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Production Manager to join the East London team, as Production Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all filling line operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality standards are met. You will manage a team of operators and technicians, optimize filling processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver on production goals.

Position: Production Manager – Dairy

Location: East London

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Diploma/Degree in Food Technology, Engineering, or Production/Operations Management. Equivalent experience will be considered in the absence of qualification.
• Minimum5+ years’ experience in filling/packaging within dairy or food manufacturing, with at least 3 years proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of filling and packaging equipment.
• Solid understanding of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards.
• Computer literate with intermediate to advanced Excel skills

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operations of filling lines for milk, yoghurt, juices, and other dairy products.
• Ensure adherence to production schedules and efficiency targets.
• Monitor KPIs such as line efficiency, downtime, yield, and waste.
• Enforce food safety, HACCP, and GMP compliance at all times.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of operators and team/line-leaders.
• Collaborate with Quality and Maintenance teams to optimize operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve performance.