Production Supervisor at Rhodes Food Group

RFG Foods; Verulam; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor to lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role involves overseeing production activities, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in food production, with strong supervisory skills and the ability to motivate and develop team members. If you are passionate about quality and efficiency in production, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving company.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years supervisory experience in food manufacturing required.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and ISO 22000 is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Production Team Leaders and ensure targets are met.
• Coach employees and maintain health and safety standards.

Skills

Computer Literacy (MS Office - Word/Excel/Outlook/Syspro)

Supervisory experience in food manufacturing

Knowledge of HACCP

Knowledge of ISO 22000

Good Manufacturing Practices

Ability to work under pressure

Team motivation and leadership

Effective communication

Reliability and accountability

Education

Matric certificate with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy

Tertiary qualification in Production or Operations

Job description

Introduction

This role reports to the Production Manager and is responsible to supervise and coordinate the activities of the production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Production Team Leaders
• Organize, plan, and prioritize team activities to ensure targets are met 100% to plan
• Ensure all team members are trained and competent in performing the tasks required
• Coach and develop employees
• Attend and participate in daily morning meetings and other meetings as required
• Ensure all planning is completed in advance and labour number allocations are done accurately
• Ensure health and safety procedures are adhered to at all times
• Ensure TQM documents are signed off daily
• Ensure all quality checks are implemented and adhered to
• Ensure that daily cycle counts are done accurately
• Ensure set targets are maintained constantly
• Ensure that blending and packing trials are completed and reports are submitted timeously
• Manage all disciplinary actions required
• Maintain good cleaning standards
• Ensure that breakdown times on Shopware are accurate and approved
• Ensure quality and food safe standards are adhered to and maintained
• Administration and completion of production reports
• Reporting on all deviations and incidents
• Manage absenteeism and timekeeping of employees in line with Company policies and procedures
• Perform ad hoc duties as required by Management

Knowledge And Skills Requirements For The Position

• Computer Literacy (MS Office - Word/Excel/Outlook/Syspro)
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years' supervisory experience in a food manufacturing plant
• Knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, Good Manufacturing Practices
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to motivate a team and lead by example
• Ability to communicate at all levels of employment
• Excellent track record (Honest, Reliable, Accountable, Assertive)
• Required to work shifts as and when required

Qualifications Required For The Position

• Matric certificate with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
• Tertiary qualification in Production or Operations is advantageous

Interested?

Only apply if you meet the requirements indicated above.

All information provided by candidates will be verified. RFG Foods (Pty) Ltd has the right to withdraw the advertisement and/or not appoint anyone in the position. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not hear from RFG Foods (Pty) Ltd within 14 days after the closing date, then please consider your application as unsuccessful.

This position will be filled in line with the objectives of RFG Foods (Pty) Ltd Employment Equity plans and designated candidates are encouraged to apply in accordance with applicable legislation.