Production Manager (Meat Butchery and Deli)

Aleon Pty Ltd; Barberton; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A meat processing company in Barberton is seeking a skilled Production Manager to oversee all operations within a high throughput butchery and deli. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in the meat industry, demonstrate leadership in managing staff, and exhibit strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include planning meat orders, managing stock, and ensuring high-quality processing. This role also requires computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, along with a valid Code B driver's license and own transport.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience in the meat industry.
• Qualified and experienced as a block man.
• 5+ years as a production manager in a similar role.
• Knowledge of recipes and block tests using software.
• Own transport and Code B license.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all meat processing in a high throughput butchery and deli.
• Manage block men and oversee processing and packaging of meat.
• Plan meat orders and processing.
• Conduct stock management and waste minimization.

Skills

Meat processing

Stock management

Computer literacy

Knowledge of Microsoft Word

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Job description

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for all meat processing in high throughput meat butchery and deli.
• Should manage block men under his care as well as processing and packaging of meat.
• Planning of meat orders and processing.
• Stock management and waste minimization.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years' experience in the meat industry.
• Qualified and experience as a block man.
• Experience as a production manager for 5 or more years in a similar role.
• Computer literate with knowledge of recipes and block tests utilizing software.
• Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Word and Excel is important as well.
• Own transport.
• Code B license.