Senior Fruit Processing & Operations Leader

HR Management & Support Services (Pty) Ltd t/a The HR Department; Gouda; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, based in Gouda, Western Cape, is a dynamic manufacturing and innovation company specialising in fruit-based products for local and international markets.

They are seeking a Production Manager to oversee and optimise production operations, driving efficiency, cost control and product quality, while leading staff performance and aligning production targets with business goals and international best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, Food Technology or related field.
• 5+ years in a production management role within food production/packaging.
• Knowledge of fruit processing, packaging standards and food safety regulations.
• Proficiency in ERP and production management systems.
• Knowledge of OEE and BOM.
• Understanding of cost control, inventory and supply chain optimisation.
• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma experience advantageous.
• Strong leadership to manage cross-functional teams.
• Strategic thinking and continuous improvement capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Production Management & Operational Efficiency
• Cost & Financial Management
• Production Capacity & Growth
• Raw Material & Stock Management
• Quality & Food Safety
• Customer Service & Delivery
• People Management & Development
• Technology & Continuous Improvement
• R&D & Product Implementation
• Risk Management & Preventative Maintenance
• Systems, Reporting & Data Accuracy
• Governance, Compliance & Risk
• Working Capital & Financial Discipline

Skills

Experience 5+ yrs

ERP systems

OEE & BOM

Cost control

Inventory management

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Decision making under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s in Production Management / Industrial Engineering / Food Technology

Tools

ERP and production management systems

Job description

Our client, based in Gouda, Western Cape, is a dynamic manufacturing and innovation company specialising in fruit-based products for local and international markets.

They are seeking a Production Manager to oversee and optimise production operations, driving efficiency, cost control and product quality, while leading staff performance and aligning production targets with business goals and international best practices.