Production Supervisor (W1147)

Scistaff; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of food products is seeking a Production Supervisor. This role includes planning and scheduling production while ensuring compliance with HACCP practices and safety standards. The ideal candidate should hold a BSc in Food Science or a relevant engineering degree with at least a year of experience in production methods. Candidates should be able to work under pressure and possess strong communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of stock management systems are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a year of previous work experience.
• Knowledge and experience of production methods and processes required.
• Knowledge of stock management systems will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule production to meet targets.
• Display leadership in HACCP practices.
• Train workforce on all product types and processes.
• Monitor production to limit bottlenecks and wastage.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policies.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Food Industry

Lean

Packaging

5S

Computer Literacy

Food Processing

Kaizen

Leadership Experience

Supervising Experience

Manufacturing

Education

BSc Food Science or relevant engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sage

Job description

Role Overview

A leading supplier of purees, concentrates and frozen fruits is looking for a Production Supervisor to join their team to plan and schedule production and ensure production requirements and targets are met. This role reports to the Production Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Display a leadership role in HACCP practices and ensure compliance.
• Apply food safety principles and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety policy and requirements.
• Manage ups­killing and train workforce on all product types and production processes.
• Monitor staff performance and follow disciplinary guide for progressive discipline.
• Minimise contamination of foreign material and objects during production runs.
• Ensure production is managed according to the open works order and update work orders immediately.
• Monitor production processes and make necessary changes to limit bottlenecks.
• Ensure packed stock is palletised correctly before dispatch to the warehouse.
• Maintain effective and efficient production at all times.
• Monitor wastage and packing materials and destroy excess labels at the end of the production run.
• Ensure final product meets specification standard and customer temperature control and quality of product is maintained.
• Finished goods must be dispatched to the warehouse within 1 hour of being packed.
• Issue and complete works orders for picking to minimise delays in production.
• Complete check and submit timesheets and leave forms to payroll.
• Ensure all entry and exits to the production areas are clean and clear.
• Teach and ensure safe working practices and that staff are trained and certified on the machinery they operate.
• Apply clean‑as‑you‑go principle and maintain and schedule maintenance of all machinery and equipment.
• Ensure cleanliness and clean up during and after shift.
• Investigate and implement preventative measures when non‑conformance is found.
• Deep clean as per schedule.

Key Requirements

BSc Food Science or relevant engineering degree with at least a year of previous work experience. Knowledge and experience of production methods and processes required. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Sage and stock management systems will be advantageous.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills with staff at all levels.
• Firm and assertive individual.
• Team player.

Key Skills

• Lean Manufacturing
• Continuous Improvement
• Food Industry
• Lean
• Packaging
• 5S
• Computer Literacy
• Food Processing
• Kaizen
• Leadership Experience
• Supervising Experience
• Manufacturing

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full‑Time
• Experience: years
• Vacancy: 1

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