Production Supervisor (Agricultural Feed Mill) (JB6247)

Kontak Recruitment; Delmas; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Kontak Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor for an agricultural feed mill in Delmas, Mpumalanga. The role drives production efficiency, quality control, and staff supervision across rotating shifts.

The successful candidate will lead a team, operate heavy machinery, and enforce health and safety procedures to meet high standards. The position requires a degree or diploma in agriculture with 2+ years supervisory experience in a feed mill, and proficiency with production

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Agriculture required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Production supervisor in a Feeding Mill.
• Experience with production software and systems.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Strong people management and communication skills.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the production of animal feed to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Lead and manage plant workers and casual staff during shifts.
• Maintain heavy machinery operation and safety protocols.
• Ensure proper labeling and loading of products.
• Report production progress and issues to the Shift Manager.
• Train staff on systems and processes.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Safety standards

Team coordination

Heavy machinery operation

Shift work

Communication

Education

Degree or Diploma in Agriculture

Tools

Forklift operation

Production software & systems

Machinery maintenance basics

Job description

Production Supervisor (Agricultural Feed Mill) (JB6247)

Delmas, Mpumalanga

R 25 – 30 000 CTC per month

Permanent

We are seeking a dedicated and hands‑on Production Supervisor to join our team at a leading Agricultural Feed mill based in Delmas. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing production processes, managing plant staff, and ensuring that our feed production meets the highest standards of quality and efficiency. This role requires a strong leader who is physically fit, detail‑oriented, and capable of working within a dynamic and fast‑paced environment. As the Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing full production shifts, operating and maintaining machinery, and enforcing health and safety procedures. If you are ready for a challenging but rewarding role in feed production, we encourage you to apply!

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Agriculture
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Production supervisor in a Feeding Mill
• Experience in working with production software and systems
• Ability to operate heavy machinery, ascend and descend the plant/feed mill, and perform physically demanding tasks
• Proven experience in managing staff, with strong people management skills
• Ability to work on a rotating shift system, including night shifts, weekends, and public holidays
• Must have normal colour vision, be in good health without epilepsy, and be comfortable working at heights
• Excellent communication and team management skills
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail
• Commitment to health and safety standards in the workplace
• Ability to work independently and handle responsibility for shift production
• Own transport is preferable due to the location and shift hours
• Preferably based near Delmas or willing to relocate with own accommodation arrangements

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the production of animal feed at the feed mill, ensuring efficiency and quality control
• Manage and operate complex production systems and programs (training will be provided)
• Lead and manage a team of plant workers and casual staff during assigned shifts
• Ensure the proper maintenance and operation of heavy machinery, including forklifts
• Manage full production shifts, including night shifts and weekends, as part of a rotating shift system
• Enforce strict adherence to Health and Safety protocols at the plant
• Supervise the loading and unloading of products
• Report regularly to the Shift Manager regarding production progress and any issues
• Print product labels and ensure proper labelling of feed batches

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

IMPORTANT

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Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.