Production Supervisor

Trending Talent Solutions; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A food production company in South Africa is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee production processes at the primary processing plant in Fisantekraal. The role requires expertise in large-scale food production, effective staff management, and adherence to food hygiene standards. Candidates must possess strong administrative skills and be fluent in English. This position involves shift work and may require extra hours. Competitive salary offered with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Supervisory role.
• Experience in large-scale food production and processing.
• Ability to cope under pressure and manage staff.

Responsibilities

• Control production processes in line with standards.
• Manage all labour-related issues.
• Communicate with senior management.

Skills

Strong administrative skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Computer literacy

Fluent in English

Education

Completed Grade 12 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

County Fair, a Division of Astral Operations Limited has the opportunity for a Production Supervisor (Department Head) based at the Primary Processing Plant in Fisantekraal.

The main purpose of the role is to control production processes in line with production and food hygiene standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Completed Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• Proven experience in a Supervisory role
• Proven experience in large-scale food production and processing
• Strong administrative, organizational, interpersonal and time management skills
• Fluent in English and a second official language
• Have the ability to cope under pressure and manage staff professionally
• Be hardworking, honest and self-motivated

Skills and Other Requirements

• Excellent administration and problem-solving skills
• Fluent in English and an additional language
• Basic understanding of the 20 Keys concept is essential
• Must be proactive and able to work accurately and independently
• Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook & MS PowerPoint)
• Due to the nature of the job, extra hours will be required from time to time, which may necessitate working overtime, public holidays, or on weekends. You may also be required to travel from time to time.
• Perform other reasonable duties outside the scope of this job description as might be requested by management.
• Alternating shift work weekly

Primary Tasks

• Full control of production processes and responsible for maintaining production standards in terms of quality, process flows, volumes and food hygiene in order to meet production targets
• Responsible for all labour-related issues, including ensuring that all positions are managed at all times
• Dealing with all disciplinary matters appropriately and according to the company’s disciplinary code
• Continued interaction and communication with senior management
• Maintaining and implementing the 20 Keys principles, including Health & Safety of the department

Klipheuwel

Fisantekraal

Published Date: 09 January 2026

Closing Date: 23 January 2026