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Duties to include:
Picking up and dropping passengers off at various locations
Checking vehicle conditions
Record keeping
Ensuring that the vehicle is equipped with necessary amenities

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Develop, update and/ or improved, implement (where necessary), and maintain the robust Food Safety Management System in place to conform to FSA, FSMS & GFSI, R1.46, SANS585, SANS788, and other related food regulations and legislation.
* Overseeing the Prerequisite Programs, Food Defence, Food Fraud and documentation thereof * Conduct hazard analysis and identify CCP’s, CP & Critical Limits.
* Conduct monthly Food Safety Meetings and obtain relevant trends and information for discussion.
* Establish and monitoring systems & maintain controls and documented procedures.
* To provide technical expertise to the team and help ensure the appropriate testing techniques are used to find defects early in the test cycle.
* Conduct and assist with third-party inspections and/ or audits (i.e. Pest Control).
* Liaise with regulatory officials ensuring compliance and assist in sample preparation.
* Drive the adoption of quality standards, practices, toolsets, and processes across all areas of the business.
* Identify and analyze and/ test the quality of seafood varieties for (general quality, parasites defects, and other problems), particularly when problems recur in multiple products; recommends and facilitates solutions to these issues.
* Handling general quality-related inquiries & identify and set appropriate quality standards and parameters for products.
* Inspect and analyze products against specifications and ensure the highest level of adherence. Assist in obtaining relevant information from Suppliers to update specifications accordingly and perform risk-based assessments. Ensure that Quality Controllers perform their duties correctly and that documentation is signed off reports, and related images are distributed to the sales team.
* Managing non-conformances; corrective & preventative measures * Responsible for Monthly Internal Auditing against the Systems in place and those audit findings are addressed and communicated effectively to affected departments.
* Ensure that Daily GMP checks are conducted by relevant staff members and those findings are addressed and communicated to the respectively affected departments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Managing two teams of 16 employees that continuously achieve production and quality targets
* Be able and willing to handle basic disciplinary actions when needed.
* Engage with employees with regards to industrial relations matters such as grievances, ensure policies and procedures are adhered to etc
* Identify training needs for team
* Ensure that Health and Safety measures are implemented
* Able to drive continuous improvement and help team come up with innovative ways to solve problems

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Research product market gaps and analyse industry trends.
* Develop new product features and enhancements to improve customer experience.
* Collect product data, monitor user experiences, and interpret consumer feedback.
* Perform product quality control checks and develop solutions to product defects if any.
* Manage and resolve escalated customer queries and issues related to the product portfolio.
* Manage hardware inventory levels, forecasts and supplier coordination.
* Develop Go-to-Market promotions and plans.
* Conduct product awareness and training.
* Develop product collateral and sales material for internal and customer use.
* Launch products and develop product strategies aligned with business goals.
* Provide routine and ad-hoc reports on product performance and projects statuses.
* Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver on product solutions.
* Participate in the creation and launch of new products.
* Liaise with marketing teams for proper product positioning and promotions.
* Provide competitor analysis and insights.
* Contribute to product marketing strategies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Assist the Product Manager in being an advocate for the companies Connectivity products and se undergoing extension or redevelopment.
* Document product business rules.
* Collect product data, monitor user experiences, and interpret consumer feedback.
* Formulate and maintain escalation procedures with our suppliers/partners.
* Monitor and report on our escalations with our suppliers/partners.
* Assist with customer communications and effective feedback channels.
* Manage and resolve internal queries and issues related to the product portfolio.
* Manage hardware inventory levels, forecasts, supplier coordination.
* Manage the relationship with our logistics partner.
* Develop product collateral for our internal staff and our suppliers/partners. Work with mark when necessary on customer journey and communication.
* Provide routine and ad-hoc reports.
* Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver on product solutions.
* Document existing, upcoming, and new products and services reference material.
* Competitor analysis.
* Rollout pricing changes to relevant parts of the business.
* Liaise with third parties to ensure that products and services are able to be fulfilled and supported efficiently.

Duties and responsibilities:

* Achieve business and production plan.
* Achieve production requirements against targets.
* Achieve product quality.
* Leadership behavior reflecting company values, corporate governance and team orientation.
* Manage innovation and business improvements in support of operational and segment goals.
* Leading, motivating and managing a production team and overseeing the smooth operation of machines and equipment.
* Improve OEE.
* Minimize losses and write-offs.
* Reducing unplanned down time.
* Limiting rework and non-conformance's.
* Management of Workflow Improvement processes (Mini Business Area).
* Maintenance.
* Managing administrative duties.
* Managing the development of team.
* Contribute to a balanced scorecard of PQCDSM.

scheduling building and equipment maintenance as needed, regularly walking the factory floor to monitor the performance of factory staff, and ensuring that all production orders are completed in a timely manner. You should also be able to enforce compliance with health and safety regulations to prevent accidents and injuries
You will be expected to get involved in the Physical side
Developing and implementing innovative strategies to streamline factory operations.
Screening, recruiting and training new factory workers.
Collaborating with quality control managers to establish and execute quality control processes.
Ensuring that factory machinery is in good working order.
Analyzing production data to identify and resolve any production issues.
Preparing production reports and submitting them to key decision-makers.
Regularly inspecting finished products to determine whether they meet established quality standards.
Motivating factory workers to continually achieve factory targets.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Achieve production requirements against targets.
* Adherence to the Production plan. * Manage L&M Variances.
* Manage OEE & ME.
* Efficient Asset utilization.
* Sound knowledge and ability to manage IR practices.
* Managing projects and feasibility studies.
* Manage, Plan, and control annual budgets.
* See to an annual maintenance plan of all equipment within the department. (Adherence to planned * maintenance) .
* Achieve product quality.
* Management of all quality system ISO 9001/2000.
* Develop and implement annual departmental business plans and assist in site’s business plan * To establish a positive and disciplined environment with the workers and manage all HR issues * within the department.
* To effectively manage performance and drive E² processes. (World-class program) .
* See to skills development within the department.
* Ability to oversee multiple business units.
* Actively participate in daily and weekly management meetings.
* Must be able to work under pressure and see to queries associated with the department; and * Innovation and business improvements in support of operational and segment goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:


Quality Assurance
* Analyse possible reasons for product defects and quality lapses.
* Lead traceability investigations on the source of quality lapses and other product issues.
* Analyse possible reasons into process deviations and for product defects and quality lapses.
* Develop product and process quality metric reports.
* Develop sampling plans for quality control purposes.
* Develop inspection and testing protocols for materials, products, and packaging.
* Specify the protocols and manufacturing infrastructure and equipment to be inspected and tested.
* Devising ways to improve the production process to ensure higher-quality goods.
* Establish SOPs and conditions for handling, storage, and preservation of samples.
* Develop SOPs and infrastructure requirements for laboratories and optimal calibration standards in line with good manufacturing practice (GMP) requirements.
* Ensuring compliance with regards to recipes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
* Gaining an understanding of the client’s needs and requirements and the quality standards to the production teams.
* Supervising inspectors, technicians, and other staff members and providing guidance on quality and safety measures.
* Oversee corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) implementation and documentations with other departments.
* Investigate technical faults and practices that impact manufacturing equipment operations.
* Inspecting the final output, comparing it to the requirements, and approving or rejecting the final products.
* Lead and motivate the Quality team; ensure that the team is happy, productive, and appropriately trained for the machinery they are using. The Quality manager will be accountable for the actions of his team.
* Verify alignment of sampling documentation, testing activities and procedures with established protocols to identify issues.
* Verify quality control (QC) records, test results and reports for regulatory authorities.

Manages processes and procedures to ensure store operational standards to maximise profit and deliver excellent customer service
Ensures that all equipment is maintained in effective working order
Ensures that employee grievances are processed in accordance with the provisions of the Grievance Procedure
Monitors the performance of subordinates against agreed objectives and standards
Ensures actions plans to reduce excessive wastage are implemented and maintained
Provides feedback on the success of all promotional activities
Listens, confirms and responds to customer request for products and services
Plans, directs, controls and evaluates merchandising activities
Ensures that regular quality checks are conducted on merchandise
Able to work night shifts

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Build and Maintain Effective Fleet Filing System.
* Reverse Logistics by engaging in a professional manner with the 3PL Suppliers.
* Effective POD Management for all internal and external distributors.
* Compiling and analyzing fuel data.
* Compiling and maintaining vehicle service schedules (all vehicle components) as per the schedules set out by the manufacturers.
* Maintain a sound filing for the distribution department.

Serves in a lead role by executing all activities in line with SOP and sets priorities necessary to accomplish pre-determined goals.
Monitors and controls assigned processes.
Troubleshoots processes and machine issues and repairs/corrects findings.
Responsible for mould change and machine adjustments.
Leads the preventative maintenance of all the machines (blowing and auxiliaries).
Ensures the production is running in an efficient manner, with the finished product meeting company standards.
Maintains accurate records of production performance.
Training of technical operators, engineering and maintenance teams.
Instruct and supervise technical operators.
Familiarise Technical Operators with quality objectives, work criteria and safety hazards.
Ensure safe working practices are followed and all accidents, hazards and property damage are reported in the required time.
Assess, identify and provide training needs of Technical Operators.
Ensure work area(s) are maintained in a clean and organised manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Ensure that floor clearance executes within the set staging times.
* Ensure that no stock is placed in storage or picking locations in the warehouse prior to being accurately captured in MS Business Central (ERP).
* Ensure that products are sorted and defaced according to policies and procedures.
* Check that stock is received in good order and within its best before date.
* Ensure that stock quantities are verified as correct upon receipt against the supplier delivery note.
* Supervise the dispatching process; ensuring that products are correctly picked and captured into the stock system at all times.
* Ensure that no goods are dispatched to BOs without all the correct documentation is present in accordance with policies and procedures.
* Ensure that all goods that are dispatched from the warehouse are correctly packed and damage-free.
* Supervise the loading of goods onto vehicles and ensure all policies and procedures are followed regarding the dispatch and delivery of goods.
* Ensure that the physical and system stock matches, by completing regular cyclical counts with staff and the Branch Manager.
* Ensure proper stock rotation using the principle of the first expiry first out.
* Assist in the execution of monthly stock takes.
* Manage issues encountered around damaged stock or shortages.
* Report any incident which may occur in the warehouse that relates to
Staff safety
Stock risk
Performance
* Explain the plan to be executed for the day/week, providing all key information to perform tasks.
* Ensure that staff do not eat or steal donated food at any time.
* Ensure staff members do not eat their own food on the warehouse floor at any time.
* Ensure maximum productivity by ensuring that:
A safe and clean working environment is maintained
Staff instructions are clear and understood
Staff are aware of their responsibilities
* Provide categories of work to be completed by all staff members.
* Ensure all staff are equipped with the appropriate protective clothing (PPE) and ensure that such clothing or equipment is correctly used in the workplace.
* Hold weekly team meetings with the Branch manager and staff.
* Ensure that staff work together in harmony to achieve a common goal.
* Ensure the warehouse (including receiving and dispatch areas) are kept clean and neat by regularly inspecting the various areas.
* Arrange for damaged goods to be left in the designated area of the warehouse within their designated and identifiable categories - repack; repair, and dump.
* Check that lighting is adequate, doors open and close easily, and any other issues that may impact productivity.
* Report areas in need of attention to the Branch Manager and follow up.
* Ensure that all racks are clear from any damaged or dangerous pallets.
* Ensure that the forklift/moving equipment is maintained and in good working order.
* Ensure that all equipment/tools of the trade are operated in a safe and efficient manner, following prescribed work methods.
* Ensure the safe and efficient operation of the vehicles.
* On a daily basis, perform routine pre and post inspections and perform minor maintenance on the forklift and other tools of the trade, and recommend repairs.
* Maintain material handling equipment by recharging, cleaning, oiling, refuelling, and other necessary actions, and record/log all information.
* Maintain the facility’s equipment, materials, and premises in a neat, clean, and orderly manner, including the removal of empty pallets, wood, plastic and other debris.
* Please refer to the Forklift Operator job description for requirements relating to this function.
* Ensure that all stock leaving the warehouse premises leaves with correct documentation as per policies and procedures.
* Ensure that staff are searched when they leave for a tea, lunch break or home.
* Ensure that controls are implemented where required to prevent stock losses.
* Evaluate sufficiency of controls and advise senior management in the event of inadequacy.
* Attend all relevant and necessary meetings.
* Ensure that the administration relating to your work is always accurate and up to date – including minutes of meetings, filing, and general administration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Developing new services/products and concepts for the assigned market segment. * Grow the technical capabilities in-house.
* Deal with external stakeholders to ensure quality & delivery of services. * Strong understanding of processing & technical process engineering within the food & related markets .
* Liaise and interact with Customers through the installation, commissioning and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
* Technical formulations & solution formulation based on engagements with customers .
* Oversee and manage the workshop.
* Oversee and manage the spares department.
* Drive continuous improvements & adherence to quality standards .
* Ensure high quality delivery of responsibilities within the business across plant & support .
* Business management & department management .
* Define processed & establish/develop Best Practice .
* Monitoring the market for the development of new technologies and trends.
* New equipment acquisition.
* Upgrade projects across existing infrastructure.
* Extensive travel nationally & internationally .
* Responsible for Sales of industrial equipment.
* Customer visits and presentations of equipment for the specific application.
* Responsible of factory layouts related to equipment requirement from the customer.
* Good knowledge related to various PC programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Supervise, organize, and monitor the work of employees within assigned teams.
* Train new employees on company processes, locations and work standards.
* Assists with tracking attendance. Ensures break periods start and end on time.
* Assists with performance reviews as needed.
* Performs all work activities and promotes work crews to perform work in a safe and efficient manner.
* Attends and participates in weekly team leader meetings.
* Notifies management of issues in a timely manner.
* Assists with organizing workflow and work efficiency.
* Makes sure equipment is in proper operating condition and immediately notifies the maintenance department if repairs are needed.
* Assists with monitoring plant quality by watching for unusual plant appearance, plant diseases or signs of stress, pests, or other potential problems with the crop.
* Accurately reports and records work activity. Assists with time-motion studies as needed.
* Follows the policies according to the Employee Handbook. Ensures policies are followed by the employees on the team.
* Acts as a role model for good behavior. Leads by example.
* Assists with keeping work areas and the overall appearance of the nursery clean and organized.
* Demonstrates a willingness to learn new tasks and take on individual responsibilities.

• Purchasing and quality control of fresh and dry stock
• Building relationships with suppliers to negotiate a good purchasing price
• Coordinating logistics of all raw materials for production as well as delivery of finished product
• Responsible for general stock management at the water and juice department
• Administration of purchasing, stock management and sales on stock control system (Sage)

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Troubleshoot and adjust molding parameters to maintain quality and maximum product output.
* Lead team in the execution of daily production tasks, work schedules, training, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
* Perform problem-solving to develop corrective actions for customer issues or to initiate continuous improvement.
* To get the quality product within customer standard.
* Ensure cleanliness and maintain a safe work environment within the molding department.
* Respond to problems by performing corrective technical or mechanical solutions.
* Maintain positive employee relations and adhere to company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Best practices and new technology is researched to ensure we apply best practices at all times.
*Develop and maintain all Quality Document systems.
*Ensure that HACCP/ISO standards are documented and available to all relevant role players.
*Conduct process audits.
*Support all Quality staff to conduct regular internal GMP & Hygiene audits.
*Develop audit documentation.
*Daily Taste Panel Daily taste panels are set up and scores recorded.
*Manage all WW and FCD customer complaints.
*Monitor all Returns to Manufacturing products (Monthly).
*Maintain the quality risk register.
*Coordinate pest control contractor and ensure compliance in regards to requirements for Pest Control standards.
*Assist Quality Managers with ad hoc tasks and projects where required.
*Ensure all WW specifications are captured and internal requirements are met.
*MDWT Participate and report MDWT Level 1 & 2 Meetings and Level 3 meetings when required.
*Reporting results Ensure timeous reports on QA results for all facilities.
*Identifies risks and takes calculated risks.

*Duties and Responsibilities:

*Identifies risks in area of responsibility and immediate operations.
*Ensure that all administrative procedures are performed and documents are traceable.
*Monitor, maintain and ensure quality and production documentation are completed as per work procedures.
*Monitor and ensure adherence to Production and Quality Procedures.
*Monitor and ensure adherence to standards.
*Manage all Process and quality deviations.
*Conduct Audits and manage findings.
*Monitor, maintain and ensure adherence to cleaning schedules and WI as per factory requirement.
*Oversee plant maintenance and engineering services.
*Monitor and ensure assistance with first line and preventative maintenance.
*Monitor and ensure machine condition checks.
*Contacting and arranging for maintenance support.
*Monitor and ensure adherence to procedures and standards.
*Apply 5S principles.
*Auditing and inspection of area and equipment.
*Promote awareness and review performance.
*Continuous improvement and effective team work.
*Monitor, maintain and ensure corrective and preventative improvement actions through structured problem solving.
*Create an environment conducive to effective team work and innovation.
*Setup effective teams and ensure review of performance.
*Promote and ensure effective team communication.
*Optimise FCW team performance.
*Measure and monitor team and individual performance.
*Manage Human resources in the factory.
*Manage and conduct performance of individuals.
*Manage IR situations and ensure positive IR environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Prepare the weekly production forecast.
*Reports Collect data and prepare reports for all relevant role players.
*Plan and Communicate production requirements and schedules to all relevant role players.
*Revise and adjust the plan as per requirements.
*Ensure that all resources remain available to deliver the production plan timeously and without deviations.
*Confirmed and unconfirmed figures are captured.
*Ensure that Confirmed and unconfirmed figures are captured.
*Process improvement and waste reduction.
*Identify and drive process improvements to reduce product cost/liter.
*Maintain administrative systems.
*Ensure the capturing of all figures on the ERP System.
*Ensure a healthy IR climate at all times.
*Uphold the company’s core values by ensuring all IR issues in your area are consistently and fairly handled.
*Create an environment of continuous improvement.
*Identify and streamline existing procedures and implement improvements.
*Risk Management Identifies risks in the area of responsibility and immediate operations.
*Schedule production plan to align with food safety and quality requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*On line Q C checks.
*Ensure conformity to all procedures.
*Liase with the Manager on all expected deliveries.
*Report all non corformaties and deviations.
*If at any stage you are not clear on a process or delivery, check with Senior Management.
*Control and Manage Staff - time manage.
*Adhere to all ISO requirements.
*Monitor and guide personnel with regard to SOP's as required
*Liase with External Auditors, Delivery companies.
*Ensure that adequate pest control measures are in place.
*Ensure that all the requirements to maintain company rating.

Ensures that the company always has adequate stocks in the warehouse as per required stock levels.
Ensures weekly/monthly spot checks for all warehouses are done and investigates variances.
Enforces safety regulations in all warehouses as per SHEQ requirements.
Checks that all stock in warehouses are arranged according to SOP and good housekeeping is observed.
Approves all returns to suppliers on non-conforming products.
Ensures that pallet repair is done weekly according to SOP.
Advises Operations Executive on production plan based on stocks in warehouse.
Liaises with Procurement Manager on stock requirements for the warehouse and ensures that the Warehouse SOP is being adhered to.
Prepares weekly Fuel and Distribution reconciliation and pallet movement report.
Manages, motivates and trains warehouse and receiving, returns, forklift and dispatch staff.
Ensures that transport is available to meet daily Warehouse/ Distribution targets.
Communicates the distribution schedule to Dispatch daily.
Manages contracts between transport companies
Ensures that each shift has the requisite number of forklifts available.
Manages and operates within annually allocated distribution, fuel budget.

The successful applicant will, amongst other challenging roles be responsible for
Maximising plant throughput by attaining set daily, monthly and annual production targets
Overall Supervision of Extrusion, Printing, Laminating, Slitting and Bagmaking sections
Developing, implementing and enforcing controls and interventions that reduce all forms of factory generated wast
. Ensuring maximum plant availability and machine efficiency to fully support production requirements
Ensuring product quality compliance with customer specifications and/or other set standards
Managing all processes and activities with significant cost implications in order to contain departmental operating costs
Effectively leading and motivating a large team to ensure optimum departmental performance and development of a strong skills base
Reporting to senior management on departments Key Performance Indicators, identifying opportunities and recommending continual improvement initiatives
Ensuring compliance with Safety, Occupational Health, Environment and Quality Management systems

Distribution of label printers and brushout cards
Maintenance of dispensers and mixers
Maintain records of all the tinting equipment
Carry out data retrieval backups and ensure integrity
Provide technical support and advise to users
Implement I.T solutions and procedure
Troubleshoot hardware and software malfunctions
Perform scheduled system calibration on dispensers
Collect and correct information of wrong formulae on machinery
Train users on how to operate the machines (software upgrades, database alterations)
Offer solutions and alternatives to customers on color acceptance
Facilitate installations of tinting equipment

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Managing the performance of each employee and outsourced labor providers.
* Sustaining current market position and growing market share.
* Creating business plans to support the company’s financial objectives.
* Supporting sales teams and key account managers in retention of existing customers.
* Defining and executing short and long-term strategic goals and developing clear plans to implement them.
* Improving internal processes and ensuring employees work as a cohesive unit.
* Anticipate client needs and develop solutions to meet those needs.
* Maintain and enhance the use of information management systems across all factory functions.
* Facility costs against budget, initiating corrective action as necessary.
* Assessing facility needs and performance.
* Assist in the recruitment, selection, orientation, training, and development of facility staff.
* Assist in the development and implementation of individual performance scorecards.
* Maintain and enhance professional and technical knowledge.
* To ensure that personal behavior reflects the company values.
* Prepare relevant correspondence, reports, and manuals covering operations, production, maintenance, safety, and security.
* Maintain the physical condition of the facility and all aspects therein.
* Facility optimization and efficiencies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Control and performance management of labour.
* Planning and processing of mushrooms to meet customer requirements and maximise utilisation.
* Maintain and Maximise quality to meet the product specifications.
* Adequacy for food safety.
* Operational budgeting and cost control.
* Industrial relations including handling discipline, grievances, and poor performance.
* Lead wage negotiations.
* Competency development of teams including mentoring and coaching.

Duties and responsibilities:

* Online QC checks.
* Ensure conformity to all procedures.
* Liaise with the manager on all expected deliveries.
* Ensure that instructions for storage are received from senior management.
* Report all non-conformities and deviations.
* If at any stage you are not clear on a process or delivery, check with senior management.
* Control and manage staff - time manage.
* Adhere to all ISO requirements.
* Monitor and guide personnel with regard to sop's as required.
* Liaise with external auditors, delivery companies and auditors.
* Ensure that adequate pest control measures are in place.
* Ensure that all the requirements to maintain company rating.

Typical tasks include:
assembling, fitting and repairing tools
following engineering drawings to measure and mark out the design for the tool
using hand tools such as files, hacksaws and grinders
using machinery such as lathes, presses, milling machines and grinders to cut and shape the tools
using precision measurement instruments such as micrometers, gauges and vernier calipers to check the tool’s dimensions
monitoring the tools used on the manufacturing line to ensure efficient run rates and identify necessary repairs or possible improvements
attending machine breakdowns to identify the root cause and solve the problem
assisting with tool maintenance
compiling reports

Duties to include
He or she will be responsible for microbial testing of all food products e.g drinking water, cereal products
He/ she has to carry out SWAB test after each CIP of the food processing operation
Environmental/air monitoring of food processing facility
Personal hygiene monitoring of food handlers
NMR lab operation and some other essential tests related to the food/products manufacturing on site

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Reporting to the Production Manager. * Assisting the Production Manager with administrative tasks like production schedules and timesheets.
* Appointing labor and purchasing stock toward the smooth running of the production process.< br> * Preparing cost estimates for materials, equipment, and hiring laborers.
* Overseeing quality control throughout the production process.
* Ensuring that production is completed before deadlines.
* Procuring and monitoring the efficiency of production equipment.
* Updating the Production Manager on the status of projects.
* Liaising and coordinating production with other departments.
* Resolving labor disputes, where requested.

The dispatch manager is responsible for:
Transport planning (20 vehicles)
Liaising with the sales team.
Liaising with production team
Stock control
Dispatch staff, drivers and assistants (approx. 30)

Duties and Responsibilities :

Quality Assurance * Analyse possible reasons for product defects and quality lapses.
* Lead traceability investigations on the source of quality lapses and other product issues.
* Analyse possible reasons into process deviations and for product defects and quality lapses.
* Develop product and process quality metric reports.
* Develop sampling plans for quality control purposes.
* Develop inspection and testing protocols for materials, products, and packaging.
* Specify the protocols and manufacturing infrastructure and equipment to be inspected and tested.
* Devising ways to improve the production process to ensure higher-quality goods.
* Establish SOPs and conditions for handling, storage, and preservation of samples.
* Develop SOPs and infrastructure requirements for laboratories and optimal calibration standards in line with good manufacturing practice (GMP) requirements.
* Ensuring compliance with regards to recipes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
* Gaining an understanding of the client’s needs and requirements and the quality standards to the production teams.
* Supervising inspectors, technicians, and other staff members and providing guidance on quality and safety measures.
* Oversee corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) implementation and documentations with other departments.
* Investigate technical faults and practices that impact manufacturing equipment operations. * Inspecting the final output, comparing it to the requirements, and approving or rejecting the final products.
* Lead and motivate the Quality team; ensure that the team is happy, productive, and appropriately trained for the machinery they are using. The Quality manager will be accountable for the actions of his team.
* Verify alignment of sampling documentation, testing activities and procedures with established protocols to identify issues.
* Verify quality control (QC) records, test results and reports for regulatory authorities.

Duties and Responsibilities:
* Conduct a monthly branch audit, apply corrective measures, and follow up on any concerns
* Undertake monthly stock counts and weekly cycle counts at all our branches
* Confirm that all inbound and outbound stock is captured accurately and within the SOP guidelines and timelines, to guarantee the integrity of the data
* Ensure that inbound and outbound functions are separated, so that no one staff member is allowed to perform both functions
* Ensure that branches pick stock every afternoon for all scheduled BOs to receive food the following day, so that they are ready for distribution every morning
* Ensure that all branches have sufficient stock for distribution to all their BOs each month
* Ensure that FEFO is implemented correctly, and that no stock expires while in the warehouses
* Ensure that pallet info sheets, bin locations, sorting and storage of goods is per the SOP
* Ensure that document control and filing processes and systems are standardised throughout out branch network, and up to date
* Ensure that all deviations from the SOP are justified, recorded, and authorised by the national operations manager
* Perform unannounced audits at various branches at different times to ensure compliance and adherence to the company’s policies and procedures. Report any non-compliance or irregularities to the national operations manager to address and follow up where necessary.
* Perform monthly audits at warehouses and apply corrective measures and / or report any concerns to the national operations manager to address
* Continuously provide recommendations for warehouse efficiency / optimisation through automation, careful planning, and improved BO satisfaction in terms of our service
* Timeously address ad-hoc trouble shooting to solve any problems at branch level

Duties and Responsibilites:

* Ensure that floor clearance executes within the set staging times.
* Ensure that no stock is placed in storage or picking locations in the warehouse prior to being accurately captured in MS Business Central (ERP).
* Ensure that products are sorted and defaced according to policies and procedures.
* Check that stock is received in good order and within its best before date.
* Ensure that stock quantities are verified as correct upon receipt against the supplier delivery note.
* Supervise the dispatching process; ensuring that products are correctly picked and captured into the stock system at all times.
* Ensure that no goods are dispatched to BOs without all the correct documentation is present in accordance with policies and procedures.
* Ensure that all goods that are dispatched from the warehouse are correctly packed and damage-free.
* Supervise the loading of goods onto vehicles and ensure all policies and procedures are followed regarding the dispatch and delivery of goods.
* Ensure that the physical and system stock matches, by completing regular cyclical counts with staff and the Branch Manager.
* Ensure proper stock rotation using the principle of the first expiry first out.
* Assist in the execution of monthly stock takes.
* Manage issues encountered around damaged stock or shortages.
* Report any incident which may occur in the warehouse that relates to
Staff safety
Stock risk
Performance
* Explain the plan to be executed for the day/week, providing all key information to perform tasks.
* Ensure that staff do not eat or steal donated food at any time.
* Ensure staff members do not eat their own food on the warehouse floor at any time.
* Ensure maximum productivity by ensuring that:
A safe and clean working environment is maintained
Staff instructions are clear and understood
Staff are aware of their responsibilities
* Provide categories of work to be completed by all staff members.
* Ensure all staff are equipped with the appropriate protective clothing (PPE) and ensure that such clothing or equipment is correctly used in the workplace.
* Hold weekly team meetings with the Branch manager and staff.
* Ensure that staff work together in harmony to achieve a common goal.
* Ensure the warehouse (including receiving and dispatch areas) are kept clean and neat by regularly inspecting the various areas.
* Arrange for damaged goods to be left in the designated area of the warehouse within their designated and identifiable categories - repack; repair, and dump.
* Check that lighting is adequate, doors open and close easily, and any other issues that may impact productivity.
* Report areas in need of attention to the Branch Manager and follow up.
* Ensure that all racks are clear from any damaged or dangerous pallets.
* Ensure that the forklift/moving equipment is maintained and in good working order.
* Ensure that all equipment/tools of the trade are operated in a safe and efficient manner, following prescribed work methods.
* Ensure the safe and efficient operation of the vehicles.
* On a daily basis, perform routine pre and post inspections and perform minor maintenance on the forklift and other tools of the trade, and recommend repairs.
* Maintain material handling equipment by recharging, cleaning, oiling, refuelling, and other necessary actions, and record/log all information.
* Maintain the facility’s equipment, materials, and premises in a neat, clean, and orderly manner, including the removal of empty pallets, wood, plastic and other debris.
* Please refer to the Forklift Operator job description for requirements relating to this function.
* Ensure that all stock leaving the warehouse premises leaves with correct documentation as per policies and procedures.
* Ensure that staff are searched when they leave for a tea, lunch break or home.
* Ensure that controls are implemented where required to prevent stock losses.
* Evaluate sufficiency of controls and advise senior management in the event of inadequacy.
* Attend all relevant and necessary meetings.
* Ensure that the administration relating to your work is always accurate and up to date – including minutes of meetings, filing, and general administration.

The candidate will manage all the processes which will include stock(raw materials) intake through to the process from mixers to the the oven/baking operations.
Manage and schedule all production employees
Manage production and throughput of product
Oversee the management of the plant in a sanitary and safe manner
Assist in ordering of raw materials.
Manage all shift supervisors
Assist in minimizing downtime by working with managers and maintenance staff.
Oversee daily production and sanitation records.
Oversee all issues related to product quality
Oversee daily food safety and food security procedures
Implement training to ensure personnel are competent to carry out functions related to product safety, legality and quality.

Create a production and processing schedule of Sugar Cane.
Train new employees.
Schedule regular maintenance for equipment.
Discuss budget expectations with clients.
Purchase the required materials.
Ensure that health and safety protocols are adhered to.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*On line Q C checks.
*Ensure conformity to all procedures.
*Liase with the Manager on all expected deliveries.
*Report all non corformaties and deviations.
*If at any stage you are not clear on a process or delivery, check with Senior Management.
*Control and Manage Staff - time manage.
*Adhere to all ISO requirements.
*Monitor and guide personnel with regard to SOP's as required
*Liase with External Auditors, Delivery companies.
*Ensure that adequate pest control measures are in place.
*Ensure that all the requirements to maintain company rating.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Ensure the cost-effective warehousing and despatch of finished goods.
* Effectively manage logistics and distribution tasks.
* Maintain high level of calling customer services.
* Effectively liaise with Production, Sales and Distribution Department.
* Perform administration/reporting effectively.
* Ensure warehouse complies with QC and risk management.
* Achieve turn around time of produced goods by means of loading / offloading contracted transport.
* Have an understanding of exports procedure and excise tariffs.
* Maintain customer service levels.
* Ensure efficient management of Blocked stocks.
* Effective management of subordinates.
* Applying leadership skills to ensure competent and motivated staff.
* Ensure Optimal stock holding.
* Compile budgets.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Personnel management, development and motivation.
* Management of production unit.
* Handling of audits.
* Management of day-to-day activities on the farm.
* Budget and Costing management.
* Management of fertilising and pest control programmes.
* Irrigation scheduling.
* Admin.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Source and buy product in support of our e-commerce strategy.
* Supplier, team and profit management to achieve all KPI's.
* Identify and prioritise key strategies in line with the e-commerce operating plan.
* Develop efficient methods to help build and maintain accurate stock, inventory and warehousing controls.
* Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
* Ensure quality of all products sourced is in line with our product quality standard.
* Managing risk and procedures associated with cold chain/fresh produce.
* Implement and continuously improve the quality control procedure.
* Minimise stock wastage.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Contribute to the development, planning, implementation and administration of the cold chain and logistics system.
* Work with suppliers to ensure packing and delivery requirements are adhered to, for product delivery at the warehouse based on required standards.
* Plan and monitor stock levels in the warehouse.
* Ensure that comprehensive quality checks are done on all outbound packages.
* Coordinate drivers to ensure deliveries are done efficiently and timeously.
* Minimise stock wastage.
* Supporting the E-commerce operations manager with various administrative tasks in line with SOP's.

Responsible for ensuring that the company's products are produced safely and at a high level of quality to ensure on time delivery all while controlling production costs. Engage associates in safely manufacturing wood panels that meet customer needs and drives improvement in key business metrics. Manage and lead in the overall manufacturing process.
People development, reliability, procurement, productivity, environmental and other site stewardship responsibilities are the ultimate responsibility of the Production Manager.
Ensure that business and individual goal setting processes such as capital plans, expense budgets, safety strategic plans and performance management plans are developed and executed with excellence.
Enforce safety guidelines and company standards.
Set daily/weekly/monthly objectives and communicate effectively to employees.
Organize workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules.
Oversee and coach employees.
Ensure the safe use of equipment and schedule regular maintenance.
Follow up the production output according to specifications.
Submit daily, monthly and annual reports on performance and progress.
Identify issues in efficiency and suggest improvements.
Train new employees on how to safely use machinery and follow processes.

Planning and organizing production schedules
Assessing project and resource requirements
Estimating, negotiating and agreeing budgets and timescales with clients and managers
Determining quality control standards
Overseeing production processes
Re-negotiating timescales or schedules as necessary
Selecting, ordering and purchasing materials
Organizing the repair and routine maintenance of production equipment
Manage and lead in the overall manufacturing process.
People development, reliability, procurement, productivity, environmental and other site stewardship responsibilities are the ultimate responsibility of the Production Manager.
Ensure that business and individual goal setting processes such as capital plans, expense budgets, safety strategic plans and performance management plans are developed and executed with excellence.
Enforce safety guidelines and company standards.
Set daily/weekly/monthly objectives and communicate effectively to employees.
Organize workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules.
Oversee and coach employees.
Ensure the safe use of equipment and schedule regular maintenance.
Follow up the production output according to specifications.
Submit daily, monthly and annual reports on performance and progress.
Identify issues in efficiency and suggest improvements.
Train new employees on how to safely use machinery and follow processes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Provide technical support and assistance to Food Safety/Quality manager.
* Maintain quality checks and procedures.
* Assist and monitor quality controllers and training thereof.
* To adhere to strict deadlines in carrying out quality control tasks.
* Ensure traceability and administrative checks are maintained.
* Work in accordance of food safety quality system ( ISO22000).
* Assist food safety manager in maintaining food safety certifications (verification records, control charts). * Liaison between Food safety officer and team members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Objectives driven by guiding objectives for FTQ as a whole, by the weaknesses and opportunities identified by the production and stores team, by objectives identified from personal P&D process, etc.
* Objectives documented are reviewed and updated on an ongoing basis as status changes or new issues arise.
* Weekly production plan determined and captured and scheduled in Xperdyte as per Production Planning SOP.
* Manage a Weekly Planning meeting process involving all relevant parties (NPD, quality, Logistics etc) – effectively allow for non -production activities in the plan (meetings, training, maintenance etc.).
* The production plan makes optimum use of labour and equipment capacity while taking into account raw material availability constraints (Epping delivery days, ingredient pack sizes)and preparation constraints (eg sorting).
* Determine and document Production Planning Rules .Continually update these as relevant (able to be used by others/ backup planner).
* Ensure appropriate standards and rules in place for all stages of the preparation and manufacturing process (sorting, preparation, cooking, cooling etc.) to ensure optimisation of all these constraints.
* Ensure backup planning capability is established (to cover leave, absenteeism etc).
* Work environment is maintained according to housekeeping operational standards and “5S” principles.
* Five S “models” are established to demonstrate standards and sustain 5S
* Red Tag schedules and registers are maintained.
* “5S” visual management techniques are applied to enhance housekeeping, make work easier and make waste and problems visible.
* 5S audits conducted by teams
* 5S training is conducted for new employees.
* COAS and other documents forwarded to Quality Department on receipt.
* Two point inspection on Readds done correctly and on time
* Impending “expired stock” or past “Use by “ date ingredients correctly managed
* Ingredients correctly stored for refrigeration and excess material correctly managed
* Preparation (thawing, freezing, decanting, etc) of ingredients is done as per standards

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Provide input to develop, review and implement the Asset Management Strategy.
* The Asset Management strategy communication is supported to ensure that it is effectively communicated and explained right down to shop floor level.
* Resources are managed and controlled for roll out of AM strategy.
* Relevant role players have been identified and buy-in is obtained.
* Key Performance areas are monitored and reported on and deviation addressed.
* Improvement actions are documented on the system to support the short term strategy objectives.
* Progress on the action plan is documented and communicated to all relevant role players, and deviation from plan is addressed and rectified.
* The AM manager is supported in the annual review of the AM strategy.
* AM improvement initiatives and recommendations are implemented.
* The AM manager is supported to identify Key Performance Indicators for critical assets and Key Performance Area’s.
* The AM Manager is supported to set Measurable goals and standards for all identified Key Performance Indicators.
* The KPI’s are communicated to all subordinates and definitions are explained to all role players.
* KPI scores are consistently captured and the system are maintained to ensure accurate reporting.
* The AM Manager are supported in the annual re-evaluation of Key Performance indicators.
* KPI are constantly measured, monitored and communicated to all stake holders.
* Non Performance areas are identified and action plan delegated to subordinates and followed up to ensure performance within required performance levels.
* Optimisation recommendations are communicated to relevant role players and feedback are filtered to the engineering team.
* Optimisation action plans are implemented and monitored for sustainability.
* The asset manage systems, policies and procedures for the identification, prioritisation and analysing of performance gaps are applied on a day to day basis.
* Relevant information are captured and traceable to support the system.
* Improvement action plans are implemented according to best practices and sustainability thereof is monitored and reported on.
* Root cause analysis are documented and recorded on the system for traceability and to initiate improvement plans.
* All Best practices implementation are monitored for compliance and effectiveness and reports generated and delivered to relevant role players.
* Continuous Improvement best practices are consistently promoted amongst all staff to ensure successful implementation of the strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Schedule health and safety meetings on a monthly basis, and record these meetings in writing, filed in the designated filing system.
* Oversee the purchasing process for non-stock branch purchases timeously.
* Open and close the branch according to stipulated times. Written permission must be requested for deviations.
* Ensure that all donated food items are defaced properly before distribution.
* Oversee the food sorting process, ensuring that only good quality food is passed.
* Ensure a timely, quality, efficient and effective execution of all the warehouse functions / processes.
* Ensure that all The Company’s equipment is regularly serviced and maintained, as per the manufacturer specifications and The company’s requirements.
* Ensure that all The Company’s vehicles are serviced according to stipulated service intervals and manufacturers’ requirements.
* Ensure that all vehicles licenses are current, and that renewals take place at least one month before expiry. Ensure that all the necessary and relevant documents are obtained from the National Office timeously, and filed in a designated filing system.
* Ensure drivers have a valid driver’s license and PDP.
* Ensure that all the necessary quotes (three quotes) for repairs are obtained timeously and that authorisation is obtained prior to effecting repairs. Ensure that repairs are done within a reasonable time. Ensure that all the necessary and relevant documents are filed in a designated filing system.
* Monitor the fuel usage and ensure that this cost remains within budget.
* Implement least-cost routing for all collections and deliveries. Obtain written authorisation for deviations from approved routes.
* Run daily Ctrack reports for all vehicles.
* Address and resolve donor enquiries and complaints timeously.
* Compile reports as and when necessary.
* Work within national operations guidelines and approved budgets.
* Implement the company’s SA national strategy within your branch.
* Submit a disciplinary action report on a monthly basis to the National Office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Ensure that floor clearance executes within the set staging times.
* Ensure that no stock is placed in storage or picking locations in the warehouse prior to being accurately captured in Pastel.
* Ensure that products are sorted and defaced according to the policies and procedures.
o * Check that stock is received in good order and within its best before date.
* Ensure that stock quantities are verified as correct upon receipt against the supplier delivery note.
* Supervise the dispatching process; ensuring that products are correctly picked and captured into the stock system at all times.
* Ensure that no goods are dispatched to BOs without all the correct documentation is present in accordance with policies and procedures.
* Ensure that all goods that are dispatched from the warehouse are correctly packed and damage-free.
* Supervise the loading of goods onto vehicles and ensure all policies and procedures are followed regarding the dispatch and delivery of goods.
* Check that lighting is adequate, doors open and close easily, and any other issues that may impact productivity.
* Report areas in need of attention to the Branch Manager and follow up.
* Ensure that all racks are clear from any damaged or dangerous pallets.
* Ensure that the forklift/moving equipment is maintained and in good working order.
* Ensure that all equipment/tools of the trade are operated in a safe and efficient manner, following prescribed work methods.
* Ensure the safe and efficient operation of the vehicles.
* On a daily basis, perform routine pre and post inspections and perform minor maintenance on the forklift and other tools of the trade, and recommend repairs.
* Maintain material handling equipment by recharging, cleaning, oiling, refueling, and other necessary actions, and record/log all information.
* Maintain the facility’s equipment, materials, and premises in a neat, clean, and orderly manner, including the removal of empty pallets, wood, plastic, and other debris.
* Please refer to the Forklift Operator job description for requirements relating to this function.

A quality control manager supervises staff and oversees product development procedures to ensure that products meet quality and efficiency standards. The quality control manager will also work with Maintaining an understanding of the client's needs and requirements and communicating them and the quality standards to the production teams.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Devising, improving, and reviewing new specifications and procedures for products or processes, and training staff to use them.
Setting the requirements for raw materials from suppliers and monitoring their compliance.
Supervising staff members and providing guidance.
Ensuring legal obligations are followed and ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies and with health and safety guidelines.
Overseeing product development procedures to identify any deviations from quality standards.
Inspecting the final output, comparing it to the requirements, and approving or rejecting the final products.
Gaining feedback from the clients, attending meetings, submitting reports.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Prepare and agree annual budgets for functional and support costs.
* Responsible for managing the budgets for all projects, and related development activities.
* Accountable for the effective financial management of the operations team.
* In support of the Chief Executive Officer, provide monthly information to enable the creation of financial results and forecasts for the Operations Team.
* Establish and maintain appropriate staff resources of the Operations Team to ensure that projects are delivered.
* on time, on budget and to the agreed quality standard.
* To establish clear organizational structures for the Operations.
* Team, including responsibilities and accountabilities of individuals.
* Provide technical support for the agreed redesign, development, implementation and continuous improvement of the company’s processes as required to ensure customer focus.
* Direct via project managers the software, knowledge base, data base and customer support teams to overcome technical and other constraints on the delivery of projects.
* Assist in the development of the strategic plan for all operational activity.
* Implement and monitor the annual and medium term operational plans, program and projects to meet overall objectives and agreed timings.
* Ensure effective internal communications both within the operations team and across the organization.
* Manage functions.
* Increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Support Services through improvements to each function.
* Drive initiatives in the management team and organizationally that contribute to long-term operational excellence.
* Providing consulting services on matters related to fundraising, tax and insurance questions, and business structure and growth.
* Contribute to short and long-term organizational planning and strategy as a member of the management team.
* Serve as primary liaison to legal counsel in addressing legal issues e.g. copyright, antitrust, governing instruments, partnerships, licensing etc.
* Supervise, coach and develop work and professional development of the Administrative coordinator.
* Coordinate with IT and knowledge management teams to lead roll-out of new capabilities, training, and trouble-shooting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Understand customer requirements and design and implement an appropriate system to meet the requirements.
* Manage customer complaints within targets.
* Seek to continuously improve customer relationships through working closely with the internal and external customer.
* Liaise with NPD department during product development to approve developmental technical processes.
* Update and approve product specifications for customers including on WW portal.
* Lead all third party/ customer audits for the site and facilitate closing of corrective actions.
* Conduct and participate in supplier audits.
* Sign off all new raw materials and packaging for new product development purposes.
* Ensure all raw material approved is within specification, including approval of raw materials from alternate suppliers.
* Liaise and provide service rating for all external service providers at site level * Manage technical budget.
* Assist in compiling the necessary information for budget reviews.
* Monthly technical reports.
* Conduct and document food safety team meetings.
* Trend monitoring and verification reports to identify areas of improvements.
* Release at site level all documentation as distributed by the Group Document Controller.
* Understand the company’s food safety and quality management system and ensure proper implementation and maintenance thereof at site level.
* Continuously improve the food safety documented traceability system for the site to ensure proper due diligence.
* Adhere to all relevant legislation and ensure all final product label information meet legislative requirements.
* Ensure all site certifications are maintained at the appropriate standards.
* Set up and adherence to training plan that aligns to requirements of quality / food safety management system.
* Continuously review and update site allergen management programs as part of risk management.
* Ensure timeous close off of NCR’s relevant to the Technical Department, including identification of repeating total NCR trends to drive continuous improvement.
* Promote a culture of quality and food safety management within the site.
* Implement and monitor performance of GMP and PRP programs in the facility.
* Identify quality control points within processes and ensure suitable controls are implemented.
* Continuously review quality and food safety risk assessments in line with emerging risks and regulatory requirements.
* Conducting all relevant compliance testing and ensuring all corrective actions are closed off.
* Ensuring internal audits are conducted as per internal audit schedule and appropriate action is taken to address deviations.
* Participate in cross site audits.
* Actively seek continuous improvement initiatives – stay abreast of industry and customer/requirements and international trends regarding relevant standards and identify and implement improvement.
* Comply with the necessary Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
* Ensure compliance to all food safety regulations, pest control and housekeeping.
* Participate in personal hygiene checks.
* Live the brand by living our core values.
* Always striving to do your best.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Ensure proper and accurate production planning.
* Liaise with technical and maintenance departments to ensure optimal performance of the production function.
* Ensure optimum use of production resources.
* Maintain proper functioning of manufacturing equipment.
* Lead and manage the various teams to produce results in line with customer expectations.
* Lead and manage the productions teams ensuring optimal performance.
* Supervise, mentor and motivate the respective teams.
* Manage employee conduct according the company’s Code of Behavior and take appropriate action where deviations occur.
* Conduct and lead regular team meetings (“Let’s Talk”), at level 3.
* Maintain all documentation required for due diligence.
* Maintain accurate traceability throughout the production process.
* Ensuring all orders are produced in full.
* Ensuring all lines are producing at the required efficiency rates.
* Proactively managing product yields; maintain waste within the requirement targets.
* Maintain all relevant Amaro Foods policy requirements.
* Comply with the necessary Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
* Ensure compliance to all food safety regulations, allergen control, housekeeping and pest control.
* Participate in personal hygiene checks.
* Ensure compliance to all food safety legislation and regulations, organizational food safety management system requirements.
* Live the brand by living our core values.
* Always striving to do your best.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Ensure maximum profitability of the shop by managing the key financial indicators (e.g. sales, shrinkage, wastage, stock, expenses) aligned to budget.
* Consistent delivery of high standards of customer service, through ensuring adherence to the customer service principles.
* Ensure effective staff are managed and developed in order to build capacity and meet staffing needs.
* Ensure compliance to all in-store policies and processes aligned to requirements.
* Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Best practices and new technology is researched to ensure we apply best practices at all times.
*Develop and maintain all Quality Document systems.
*Ensure that HACCP/ISO standards are documented and available to all relevant role players.
*Conduct process audits.
*Support all Quality staff to conduct regular internal GMP & Hygiene audits.
*Develop audit documentation.
*Daily Taste Panel Daily taste panels are set up and scores recorded.
*Manage all WW and FCD customer complaints.
*Monitor all Returns to Manufacturing products (Monthly).
*Maintain the quality risk register.
*Coordinate pest control contractor and ensure compliance in regards to requirements for Pest Control standards.
*Assist Quality Managers with ad hoc tasks and projects where required.
*Ensure all WW specifications are captured and internal requirements are met.
*MDWT Participate and report MDWT Level 1 & 2 Meetings and Level 3 meetings when required.
*Reporting results Ensure timeous reports on QA results for all facilities.
*Identifies risks and takes calculated risks.

*Duties and Responsibilities:

*Identifies risks in area of responsibility and immediate operations.
*Ensure that all administrative procedures are performed and documents are traceable.
*Monitor, maintain and ensure quality and production documentation are completed as per work procedures.
*Monitor and ensure adherence to Production and Quality Procedures.
*Monitor and ensure adherence to standards.
*Manage all Process and quality deviations.
*Conduct Audits and manage findings.
*Monitor, maintain and ensure adherence to cleaning schedules and WI as per factory requirement.
*Oversee plant maintenance and engineering services.
*Monitor and ensure assistance with first line and preventative maintenance.
*Monitor and ensure machine condition checks.
*Contacting and arranging for maintenance support.
*Monitor and ensure adherence to procedures and standards.
*Apply 5S principles.
*Auditing and inspection of area and equipment.
*Promote awareness and review performance.
*Continuous improvement and effective team work.
*Monitor, maintain and ensure corrective and preventative improvement actions through structured problem solving.
*Create an environment conducive to effective team work and innovation.
*Setup effective teams and ensure review of performance.
*Promote and ensure effective team communication.
*Optimise FCW team performance.
*Measure and monitor team and individual performance.
*Manage Human resources in the factory.
*Manage and conduct performance of individuals.
*Manage IR situations and ensure positive IR environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Coordinating stock control operations with warehouse staff, as well as the sales and finance departments.
*Analysing supply chain data to ensure the uninterrupted availability of stock.
*Forecasting supply and demand to prevent overstocking and running out-of-stock (OOS).
*Evaluating vendors and suppliers’ offers and negotiating profitable purchase prices.
*Placing and receiving orders to replenish stocks as needed.
*Tracking shipments and coordinating internal stock transfers, as well as resolving delays.
*Overseeing stock storage processes, including tagging, boxing, and labeling.
*Maintaining a steady flow of stock from storage to where it is needed.
*Performing regular inventory audits and keeping stock purchasing within budget.
*Maintaining and updating daily shipment records, as well as purchases and pricing reports.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Prepare the weekly production forecast.
*Reports Collect data and prepare reports for all relevant role players.
*Plan and Communicate production requirements and schedules to all relevant role players.
*Revise and adjust the plan as per requirements.
*Ensure that all resources remain available to deliver the production plan timeously and without deviations.
*Confirmed and unconfirmed figures are captured.
*Ensure that Confirmed and unconfirmed figures are captured.
*Process improvement and waste reduction.
*Identify and drive process improvements to reduce product cost/liter.
*Maintain administrative systems.
*Ensure the capturing of all figures on the ERP System.
*Ensure a healthy IR climate at all times.
*Uphold the company’s core values by ensuring all IR issues in your area are consistently and fairly handled.
*Create an environment of continuous improvement.
*Identify and streamline existing procedures and implement improvements.
*Risk Management Identifies risks in the area of responsibility and immediate operations.
*Schedule production plan to align with food safety and quality requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Ensure production function is cost-effective and achieves production objectives within the divisional targets.
*Self and department consistently meet budgeted/planned targets (output, cost, quality, and time).
*Improvement initiatives in terms of QCDSM (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety & Morale), SCP and world-class asset utilization for the department/production teams.
*Improve efficiency, utilization rate, and productivity year on year in the department.
*Plan, coordinate successful and daily operations within the department.
*Assess and identify risk areas of machinery regularly.
*Ensure safety procedures are maintained and shortfalls are corrected.
*Compliance with the Nigerian Health, Safety, and Environmental Regulations.
*Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained.
*Maintain plant and equipment in good running order within budgetary constraints.
*Ensure maintenance strategy is formulated.
*Measure plant downtime and benchmark.
*Drive the Plant Sustainable Development Programme.
*Managing engineering stores and parts.
*Meet Service Level Agreements.
*Build effective and trusting relationships with direct reports, managers, and peers.
*Build effective working relationships with customers/suppliers to achieve results.
*Enforce the use of Machine Safety Devices and carry out schedule pressure tanks/valves maintenance and calibration by liaising with the regulatory body.
*Work across team boundaries to build and strengthen working relationships.
*Ensure accurate information is passed onto people timeously to improve working practices.
*Build effective working relationships with OEMs to achieve results.
*Develop and maintain Service level agreement with COE’s.
*Communicate a clear vision of what is to be achieved overall by the team. Measure progress and provide regular feedback.
*Develop team objectives that enable team managers, supervisors, and leaders to contribute to and identify with collective objectives (Provide Goals to Employees).
*Coach and Identify the training and development needs of team members.
*Adhere to all relevant policies, procedures, work instructions, and sops.
*Develop packaging pipeline for all key positions. *Ensure a healthy industrial relations climate.
*Developing, cascading, tracking, and monitoring team PI's and KPI’s.
*Manage and facilitate change interventions.
*Champion continuous improvement innovation ideas.
*Implement new ideas and improve methods, systems, and work processes that will lead to higher quality, better results in reduced or reduced cost.
*Coach and mentor teams on the execution of improvement projects.
*Review performance to ensure improvement progress.
*Develop a pipeline of savings through continuous improvement and innovation.

Selecting the correct tools and paints for projects.
Tinting
Counter sales
Stock take
Mixing paints, varnishes, and sealants
Obeying workplace safety rules.
Collaborating with other design and construction specialists.
Keeping the workspace and tools clean.

Duties and Responsibilities
Manage and control the sale of meat products, whilst maintaining a stable supply of meat products
Maintain accurate records of stock sales and compare those correctly against the daily cash sales, whilst maintaining consistency with general book-keeping records.
Minimize stock loses and monitor expiry dates and stock levels.
Manage and track inventory records to maximise productivity and profit.
Perform quantity stock reconciliation in the production department.
Ensure that all food hygiene and safety standards are met and keep up to date with industry standards
Maintain an acceptable level of credit with selective clients and ensure that any monies owed are paid in a timely and flexible manner.
Ensure that funds received from daily sales are correctly accounted and deposited into the company accounts.
Estimate requirements and order meat supplies, negotiate with representatives from supply companies to determine order details.
Receive, inspect, record and store meat upon delivery, ensuring that quality and safety of meat products is maintained to a satisfactory standard.
Maintain the preparation and placement of meat cuts and products in display counter, so that they appear attractive and catch the customers’ attention.
Ensure consistent levels of quality and efficiently manage customers’ demands when preparing special cuts of meat.
Evaluate the performance of staff and supervise their daily activities, whilst motivating and developing the team through established objectives & strategies.
Evaluate the financial aspects - such as budgets, expenditures, research and development, return-on-investment and profit-loss projections;
Formulate, direct and coordinate marketing activities and policies to promote products and services, working with relevant advertisers and marketing promoters;
Identify, develop, and evaluate marketing strategy, based on knowledge of establishment objectives, market characteristics, and cost and mark-up factors;
Utilise sales forecasting and strategic planning to ensure high sales volume and profitability of products, lines, or services, whilst analysing business developments and monitoring market trends.
Inspect equipment regularly to ensure it is in good working order and safe to use and oversee maintenance and repair where appropriate
General Retail Skills
Enthusiasm for retail sales and strong commitment to customer service
Helpful and supportive attitude towards customers and colleagues
Ability to project a smart, efficient image to the public
Ability to work on the computer and good Excel skills
Ability to use Point of Sale System.
Reliability, honesty and willingness to take responsibility
Numeracy, including the ability to handle cash accurately and swiftly
Willingness to work flexibly as part of a team
Ability to work unsupervised and take initiative in challenging situations
Awareness of health, safety and security issues

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Be updating service and repair records. *Maintaining our machinery. *Running diagnostic tests on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance. *Solid knowledge of mechanical performance standards *Experience in a similar field of specialization. *Assisting the mechanical engineer with mechanical design and maintenance tasks.
*Installing and performing diagnostic tests on mechanical systems.
*Developing and implementing mechanical maintenance plans to prevent costly equipment breakdowns.
*Troubleshooting mechanical malfunctions and breakdowns, as well as performing repairs.
*Documenting processes and maintaining mechanical service records.
*Monitoring the availability of parts and replenishing supplies.
*Optimizing mechanical efficiency by adjusting machinery and equipment settings.
*Training co-workers on the safe and efficient use of mechanical machinery and equipment.
*Maintaining a tidy work environment and adhering to industry regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Fabricators are responsible for adhering to a production schedule, ensuring that all parts are properly fitted, aligned, and secured, and ensuring that safety standards are always met, among other duties. *Reading and understanding product schematics and assembly instructions. *Taking part in product development meetings. *Verifying dimensions and product specifications. *Ensuring that all the required parts for assembly are present. *Marking cutting lines on material. *Ensuring that all parts are properly fitted, aligned, and screwed in. *Ensuring that quality control standards are met. *Maintaining a production schedule. *Testing products for their functionality. *Troubleshooting and stress testing products to minimize problems or recalls. *Reporting and detailing product malfunctions. *Adhering to assembly safety standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Be updating service and repair records. *Maintaining our machinery. *Running diagnostic tests on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance. *Solid knowledge of mechanical performance standards *Experience in a similar field of specialization. *Assisting the mechanical engineer with mechanical design and maintenance tasks.
*Installing and performing diagnostic tests on mechanical systems.
*Developing and implementing mechanical maintenance plans to prevent costly equipment breakdowns.
*Troubleshooting mechanical malfunctions and breakdowns, as well as performing repairs.
*Documenting processes and maintaining mechanical service records.
*Monitoring the availability of parts and replenishing supplies.
*Optimizing mechanical efficiency by adjusting machinery and equipment settings.
*Training co-workers on the safe and efficient use of mechanical machinery and equipment.
*Maintaining a tidy work environment and adhering to industry regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Build and Maintain Effective Fleet Filing System.
* Reverse Logistics by engaging in a professional manner with the 3PL Suppliers.
* Effective POD Management for all internal and external distributors.
* Compiling and analyzing fuel data.
* Compiling and maintaining vehicle service schedules (all vehicle components) as per the schedules set out by the manufacturers.
* Maintain a sound filing for the distribution department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Be updating service and repair records. *Maintaining our machinery. *Running diagnostic tests on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance. *Solid knowledge of mechanical performance standards *Experience in a similar field of specialization. *Assisting the mechanical engineer with mechanical design and maintenance tasks.
*Installing and performing diagnostic tests on mechanical systems.
*Developing and implementing mechanical maintenance plans to prevent costly equipment breakdowns.
*Troubleshooting mechanical malfunctions and breakdowns, as well as performing repairs.
*Documenting processes and maintaining mechanical service records.
*Monitoring the availability of parts and replenishing supplies.
*Optimizing mechanical efficiency by adjusting machinery and equipment settings.
*Training co-workers on the safe and efficient use of mechanical machinery and equipment.
*Maintaining a tidy work environment and adhering to industry regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
*Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of machinery.
*Operate tools in order to aid in the manufacturing process.
*Perform periodic checks on equipment and solve problems as detected.
*Work with others in order to ensure that equipment is in proper working order.
*Observe and follow company safety rules and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Draw up, manage Civils maintenance, operational and Capex budgets.
*Plan, coordinate and execute all maintenance, operations and Capex work in line with standards, ensuring all work is completed timeously and within the approved budget.
*Develop and periodically review and improve preventative maintenance strategies and procedures related to this responsibility with focus on LEAN Manufacturing, Asset Management and Continuous improvement plans.
*Manage contractors or companies in respect of housing, plumbing, carpentry, roofing, roads,storm water drains, sewage systems, effluent treatment plant, office alterations, etc.)
*Oversee the river pump station and filtration plant in terms of maintenance and operations.
*Ensure availability of treated water and potable water to the factory and villages.
*In conjunction with Laboratory, responsible for ensuring that the potable water meets the relevant water quality standard.
*Management of the appointed contract companies responsible for the daily factory and office cleaning and ensuring compliance with the FSSC 22000 standard, grass cutting, and general upkeep of factory and villages as well as other companies called in to carry civil type work for the Factory.

Achieving production efficiencies of at least 85%
Managing raw material, packaging and finished good stock
Ensuring maintenance and service of machinery and moulds
Implementing measurable technical and process development and improvements
Ensuring customer satisfaction
Regular customer visits
Ensuring internal customer satisfaction
Implementing and maintaining the ISO system
Achieving quality manufacturing requirements
Developing a budget for production in conjunction with the National Executive
Managing budget i.t.o. labour, materials, maintenance/repairs and packaging
Recruiting and selecting staff
Managing individual and team performance
Managing workplace climate
Ensuring a safe working environment
Ensure proper housekeeping
Amongst other duties

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Assists with external audits (SAFSIS, Export Audit, Pick ‘n Pay, FSSC)
*Responsible for supplier visits and conducting supplier audits to ensure that suppliers' products adhere to the correct specifications.
*Responsible for internal GMP Audits on a monthly basis.
*To produce monthly departmental audits in line with our external audit standards.
*To query deviations, to identify non-conformances, to ensure that corrective actions are executed and to sign off completed documentation. This includes setting and maintaining quality assurance standards, continuous on-the-floor training of staff, and assisting staff to understand and adhere to the standards set.
*Hygiene and Sanitation management, ensuring compliance to company standard To coordinate and audit the operation of the Quality System in accordance with the Quality Manual and Audit Programme.
*Manage product and process improvement to ensure continuous improvement.
*To ensure that a library of up-to-date records, standards, and specifications relevant to product quality is built up, thereby creating an audit trail.
*Pest Control management.
*To manage the Quality Assurance system in such a way so that compliance or controls are monitored continuously to prevent deviations from occurring in the workplace.
*To be active daily in all departments ensuring compliance with methods, procedures, and controls that protects the quality and integrity of the company’s products, helping make GMP habitual at all levels.
*To react to all noncompliances by assisting whichever department to ensure future compliance.
*Responsible for the drawing up and distribution of management review minutes for Dairy and Juice.
*Responsible for compiling an internal audit schedule – Policies, procedures, and worksheets.
*To assume overall responsibility for the micro laboratories. Responsible for the day-to-day operational running of the Micro and Chemistry lab.
*To check all results and identify what follow-ups were done – troubleshooting and investigation i.e. In other words did the lab staff follow all the procedures to check all possible avenues of Contamination.
*To carry out random checks throughout the factory to ensure quality standards are being met and that cleaning procedures are being followed.
*To keep accurate records of all checks carried out. *To manage all the activities of the micro lab staff by ensuring that results are timeously provided to production, that results are accurate and recorded accurately for traceability.
*To minimize production downtime as a result of the factory waiting for results of samples.
*To check all results and identify what follow-ups were done – troubleshooting and investigation i.e. In other words did the lab staff follow all the procedures to check all possible avenues of contamination?
*In the event of recurring microbiological problems – ensure constant/proactive focus on problems by advising, supporting, and assisting production with identification of the root causes of the problem and in finding workable solutions to overcome the problem.
*To ensure that measuring equipment is in a known state of calibration (internal)
*Weekly inventory control of all stock at hand.
*Responsible for Trend analysis of all Micro and Chemistry results.
*Responsible for analyzing all Thermographic recordings.
*Responsible for Quality related training in the business.
*To supervise deep cleans every second Saturday of the month.
*This entails policing the various factory deep cleans to ensure deep cleans are carried out fully and correctly. Your presence on the production floor at all times during this time frame.
*To act as a custodian of the product quality by ensuring that all products adhere to the specifications as originally developed.
*To ensure that all recipes and procedures are adhered to during manufacturing.
*To ensure that accurate records are kept and all changes are communicated.
*To arrange for and provide all nutritional valuations of approved products.
*To spearhead investigations into quality-related problems and help formulate corrective actions.
*New product development management in collaboration with NPD technologist.
This includes formulation and maintenance of recipes. Research potential new products and ingredients.
*Research potential new products and ingredients.
*Use all the suppliers (since they have enormous resources that we can tap into), Internet, and magazine.
*Monthly report on the analysis of all products vs competitors *Product development- research potential new products and ingredients and monthly reports on the analysis of product vs. the competition.
*Assist with the budgeting process for the Quality Function of the business.
*Effluent

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Will be primarily responsible for asset care system to ensure plant uptime and reduce the cost of production.
*Will be responsible for managing preventive maintenance programs, routine work management system, maintenance capital programs, and KPI analytics.
*Align Asset Management (AM) functions with the Company’s strategy and goals.
*Provide leadership to breed a culture of excellence towards LEAN maintenance and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
*Provide an AM System, Routine Work Management (RWM) process, and project management services to all stakeholders.
*Integrate all AM requirements, shuts, and projects, into one RWM Process.
*Facilitate shut planning, including ramp-down, commissioning & ramp-up plans.
*Provide quality assurance and controls in every aspect and interface.
*Manage stakeholder relationships judiciously.
*Periodically revise the plant criticality and business continuity plans.
*Periodically measure and evaluate the efficiency of all AM business processes.
*Provide reports indicating AM system compliance, efficiencies, progress, and deviations.
*Keep and maintain records of all related data, certificates, and maintenance history.

• Raw material stock control and daily gap checks
• Spare parts issuing and re-ordering
• Receiving and issuing goods and ordering replacement stocks
• Compiling Production Plans and issuing of materials
• Issue of daily raw materials and master batches
• Finished goods stocktake entries and gaps
• Overseeing R M of Plant Equipment and buildings
• Managing workforce
• Conforming to all relative regulations
• Maintaining communications and factory phone
• Working efficiently with the engineering department
• Manage (Direct) workers and committee issues to HR
• Manage schedules maintenance and services
• Manage vehicles including R M

Enforce health and safety protocols during all stages of production.
Create and maintain a production schedule.
Find ways to reduce production costs.
Implement strategies to maximize production.
Analyze workplace productivity.
Resolve any concerns voiced by employees.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*On line Q C checks.
*Ensure conformity to all procedures.
*Liase with the Manager on all expected deliveries.
*Report all non corformaties and deviations.
*If at any stage you are not clear on a process or delivery, check with Senior Management.
*Control and Manage Staff - time manage.
*Adhere to all ISO requirements.
*Monitor and guide personnel with regard to SOP's as required
*Liase with External Auditors, Delivery companies.
*Ensure that adequate pest control measures are in place.
*Ensure that all the requirements to maintain company rating.

Sourcing good quality suppliers that are cost effective and ensuring a co-beneficial relationship with team members
Organizing with accounts the purchasing of stock
Coordinating and managing stock takes
Preventing loss, theft or wastage of stocks
Accurate updating of data
Ensure all stock is placed and stored safely, that all areas are clean , tidy, safe and accessible
Submission of monthly forecast to accounts

General butchery duties relating to preparation of meat products for sale
• Weigh, wrap and display cuts of meat and price of products correctly
• Ensure that all meat being displayed is safe from food poisoning
• Supervise department in the event that butchery manger/supervisor are not available.
• Appropriate selling of meat products as assigned by management. Deliver an exceptional level of customer service (taking orders and deliver them accurately).
• Processing of beef sides (i.e. deboning, etc) for preparation of sausages and mincemeat. Cut, bone, or grind pieces of meat and make sausages
• Ensure that there is proper stock rotation in the Cold Room & Freezer (FIFO)
• Off load meat, check weight against invoice and store meat upon delivery
• Cleaning all areas of the shop to maintain health and hygiene standard (this includes washing of floors and block counters after close of business every working day). Ensure that butchery working area, cold room, freezer are cleaned and maintain a clean environment of the floor & tables on daily basis
• Ensure that correct merchandising is being followed according to the planogram
• Ensure that all expiries are being monitored and worked on time
• Ensure that the Cold Chain Management is effectively maintained
• Ensure full adherence to hygiene standards and that at any time the employee is assigned to serve customers using protective means for covering hands.
• Assist customers with carrying and transporting any meat products purchases from the shop where appropriate. Handle customer complaints and inform the butchery manager or supervisor immediately.
• Cutting meat according to specifications for any meat orders made by customers.
• Correctly issue and record any inventory to the shop and ensure that these inventory records are accurately reflected in the inventory sheet book.
• Undertake inventory count (i.e. stock taking) as appropriate during the agreed frequency intervals. Participate in stock taking and ensures the count is correctly done
• Undertake any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by management, who reserve the right to assign specific responsibilities to the employee.
• Report any inventories out of stock to management each working day.
• Demonstrating a professional attitude by ensuring that conduct towards customers and management is that which reflects the Company policy in terms of being friendly, courteous and using appropriate language.

Duties and Responsibilities :

*Manage action plans with regards implementation, maintenance, updating & improvement of systems.
*Management representative for food safety- and legislative audits.
*Trending of complaints, non-conformances, verification, validation activities etc. Communication to management with regards improvements.
*Maintain Halaal & Kosher certification.
*Management of training plan with regards food safety, health & safety and other training as required as per change management procedure.
*Management systems objectives to be reported quarterly with action plans as necessary.
*Retailer communication and sign off on labels with regards legal requirements.
*Review all applicable Management Systems documentation annually.
*Oversee Quality Control Manager and tasks related to this position.
*Manage QC Department staff.
*Assist with New Product Development.

Objectives of this Role
Develop strategic plans for optimized productivity
Review and improve organizational effectiveness by developing processes, overseeing employees, establishing a highly motivated work environment, and creating innovative approaches for improvement
Uphold standards of excellence and soaring quality
Seek out opportunities for expansion and growth by developing new business relationships
Provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day operations, assigning weekly performance goals and assuring their completion, while accomplishing your own goals
Recruit, onboard, and train high-performing employees to achieve sales, profitability, market share, and business plan objectives
Maintain project timelines to ensure tasks are accomplished on time
Develop, implement, and maintain budgetary and resource allocation plans
Delegate responsibilities to the best employees to perform them while enforcing all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines, training programs, and cultural values
Resolve internal staff conflicts efficiently and to the mutual benefit of those involved

Duties & Responsibilities:

*Managing, directing, and monitoring a team and the performance of subordinates to ensure that critical performance areas and targets are achieved.
*Achieving production plans per demand plans
*Managing food safety and related policies and procedures within the production area.
*Prioritising production on finished goods while ensuring service and stock levels are maintained.
*Consistently ensuring the welfare and safety of all staff within the production area.
*Overseeing systems and data integrity management.
*Continuously driving cost improvement across the production function.
*Ensuring line efficiencies that are aligned with business requirements
*Ensuring effective quality control functions are in place and that the production volumes, quality standards, and cost targets are achieved.
*Driving the implementation of processes for new products.
*Responsible for implanting planning, budgeting, and costing strategies at shop floor level.
*Implementing initiatives to achieve and maintain world-class standards for production, quality, and SHE management.
*Chair meetings to ensure shop floor is aligned with business strategies
*Training and coaching employees to develop their competencies
*Participate in sensory evaluation panels to improve product quality

Duties & Responsibilities :

Human resource development and skills transfer as stated by the conditions of the temporary employment.
Responsible for the efficient operations of the company.
Responsible for stock keeping and control of stock.
Scheduling and executing the maintenance and refurbishment of equipment between operations.
Conforming and maintaining national and internal quality and standards.
Participating in annual budgeting and monthly conformance to budget.
Engaging with contractors, suppliers of operational goods and services.
Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
Managing work schedules, minimum stock levels and overtime.
Planning daily, weekly and monthly production activities.
Increasing the capacity of supervisors and managers through skills transfer and further learning.
Managing positive relationships throughout all levels of staff.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Core duties include Ensuring that all aspects of production processes and the Shift team are efficiently and effectively supervised in order to meet production objectives from a quantity and quality perspective within the appropriate time scales and following the agreed standards.
* Production plan is maintained by assessment against daily shift production plan and priorities on an ongoing basis and reported on in need to manage.
* Unplanned downtime of machines and equipment must < 60 minutes per shift.
* Timeous reporting of faults or maintenance required must be evident with a proactive stance.
* The flow of products from blending to packing to completion is streamlined within minimum bottlenecks evident.
* Tonnage of product on the blenders is as per the daily production requirements.
* Ensure that on-holds or rejected items are managed and minimized by ensuring the continuous quality standard are maintained.
* No more than 2 per 6-month period.
* Ensure all relevant works orders are closed timeously and production reports are completed are as per management requirements.
Quality adherence:
* Ensure that all EHACCP is completed timeously and accurately 100% of the time.
* Adherence to HACCP & AIB standards timeously and accurately to ensure accreditation is achieved.
People Management & Communication:
* Ensure employee attendance is managed and that individual problem areas are addressed as they occur and reported on to management or HR in need.
* Ensure that employees on your shift are utilised to their full potential and where required ensure that they are appropriately trained to use machinery and on processes.
* Attending to staff performance and conduct issues as they arise in an appropriate and acceptable manner.
* Ensuring that employees are motivated to perform their duties and managed accordingly.
* Attending to employee performance assessments and training and development needs by utilizing process and system in a timeous and meaningful manner.
* Providing feedback to employees and management.
* Conducting meetings at the start of the shift to ensure all resource areas' needs and priorities are communicated & understood.
* This must include a full handover from previous shifts.

Duties & Responsibilities:

* Production plan is maintained by assessment against daily shift production plan and priorities on an ongoing basis and reported on in need to manage.
* Unplanned downtime of machines and equipment must < 60 minutes per shift.
* Timeous reporting of faults or maintenance required must be evident with a proactive stance.
* The flow of products from blending to packing to completion is streamlined within minimum bottlenecks evident.
* Tonnage of product on the blenders is as per the daily production requirements.
* Ensure that on-holds or rejected items are managed and minimized by ensuring the continuous quality standard are maintained.
* No more than 2 per 6-month period.
* Ensure all relevant works orders are closed timeously and production reports are completed are as per management requirements.
Quality adherence:

* Ensure that all EHACCP is completed timeously and accurately 100% of the time.
* Adherence to HACCP & AIB standards timeously and accurately to ensure accreditation is achieved.
People Management & Communication:

* Ensure employee attendance is managed and that individual problem areas are addressed as they occur and reported on to management or HR in need.
* Ensure that employees on your shift are utilized to their full potential and where required ensure that they are appropriately trained to use machinery and on processes.
* Attending to staff performance and conduct issues as they arise in an appropriate and acceptable manner.
* Ensuring that employees are motivated to perform their duties and managed accordingly.
* Attending to employee performance assessments and training and development.
needs by utilizing process and system in a timeous and meaningful manner.
* Providing feedback to employees and management.
* Conducting meetings at the start of the shift to ensure all resource areas' needs and priorities are communicated & understood.
* This must include a full handover from previous shifts.
* Ensuring that the daily plan is communicated to all parties.
Innovation and Improvement:

* Following due process when it comes to housekeeping and health and safety - taking into account the OHSA & HACCP and any other measures in place.
* Ensure that machinery and equipment are always in good working order.
* Proactively manage this and ensure that the maintenance team is called upon to assist timeously to avoid downtime.
* In need escalate matters to management urgently where required.
* Zero incidents or accidents. Ensuring employees have the appropriate protective clothing.
* Ensuring that the areas within the production unit are maintained and cleaned on an ongoing basis to ensure that once the next shift commences the factory floor and area of work is at an acceptable standard from a health, safety, and housekeeping perspective.

1. ERP job tracking:
Track each job to ensure that materials to be used on each job tally with the materials as invoiced in the ERP.
Track that the remaining offcuts are actually recorded into stock according to its size.
Processing Romeo Kitchens and Bestuhle Office orders in the ERP.

2. Despatch Tracking:
Be custodian of all despatch notes.
Ensure all despatch notes have QB invoice numbers put in by Accounts.

3. Group Costing:
Gathering information required from various departments/personnel/suppliers to enable accurate costing recording.
Provide costings for selected factory jobs to ensure the standard mark ups are maintained.
Computation of landed costings for all imported materials and stocks.

4. Group Pricing:
Adjust ERP prices in light of currency fluctuations.
Competitor analysis to ensure competitiveness.
Promotions validations.
Calculate efficient discounts to convert quotes into sales.

5. Inventory control and valuation:
Organising and supervising quarterly stock takes.
Review monthly stock take results and reconciling variances thereon.

6. Group Non-standard quotations:
Tenders, projects

7. Assist the Finance Manager in the preparation of group budgets and group management accounts.

Assist Production teams to increase efficiency and Quality of product as per ISO 9001
Actively improve occupational health, safety and environment as per ISO 45001, 18001
Inspection and repair of all electrical and mechanical equipment as per preventative maintenance programme
Dismantle, move, assemble, install & align equipment and machinery
Test units to evaluate electrical & mechanical operation
Set programmable logical circuits (PLC’s)
Testing, calibration and documentation of instruments such as flowmeters and scales
Fault finding and correction of process control equipment
Training and mentoring of apprentices and assistants
General admin duties (i.e: Job card closure, inspection registers)

Develop and manage and grow the company’s animal nutrition intellectual property incorporating the database of nutrient matrices for all raw materials and finished feeds.
Formulating all feeds for production using approved techniques and formulation software.
Products costing and supporting the GM Sales in price setting of our products.
Keep track of price movements of all raw materials and ensure that the raw materials matrices are updated at all times.
Calculating margins for all feeds formulated to ensure the minimum margins are met at COGS level.
Advising the COO timeously whenever the actual margins change against the targeted.
Total familiarity with Nigerian regulatory requirements regarding animal feeds, maize mill and oil mill products and therefore ensuring total compliance.
Supporting the Procurement Department with the required specifications and quantities of all the raw materials needed in order to guide purchasing decisions.
Through the Quality Manager, to monitor the quality of all incoming raw materials and feedback on all decisions to accept or reject these raw materials.
Through the Quality Manager, to timeously interpret all in-process quality control reports with clear feedback to Production on required actions.
Monitor the quality of all finished feeds produced as reported by the Quality Manager and timeously feed back to him on the decisions on whether to proceed to market or hold.
Daily check of integrity of feed formulations and re-formulations whenever necessary and required.
Through the Field Technical Officer, to offer back-up to field sales staff and customers on the correct use of the company’s finished feeds.
Through the Field Technical Officer, analyse and investigate all nutritional disorders and complaints reported from the field.
Monthly reports of all formulations produced during the month, with the margins achieved.
Through the Field Technical Officer, design and manage all poultry feeding trials and preparation of the necessary reports.
Management of the Premixes section by designing the premix and additive products and supporting the Feed- mill with same.
Development of the macro-pack products as a new channel and supporting Sales in growing this market.
To research and design new poultry feed products, and developing the pig and fish feeds range.
Collecting information about the best in class and latest technology in animal nutrition and livestock production and adapting for use by us and our customers.
Oversight of all standard operating procedures guiding the Quality section, the Premixes Section and the Field services.

Oversee / assist with ISIR completion in full detail
Complaint product testing
Product on Hold evaluation
Product knowledge for all departments
Understanding technical product drawings
Overseeing raw material trials testing (Masterbatch, material, labels etc.)
Holding DRM's here necessary and presenting results
Logging all testing activities
Logging lack of feedback or problems from internal customers
Carry out Lab Audits
Initiation of ideas to address problem areas
Problem identification for product / process
Co-ordinate and issue COC’s and related data
Customer Complaints
Plan and Arrange all First Aid, Fire Fighting, evac warden, statutory training etc and maintain records
Conduct Internal H&S audits and Food Safety Audits
Issue forklift permits to relevant departments
Ensure HIRA’s are updated annually by all departments
Ensure all Contractors are inducted, and safety files are up to date with the necessary criteria as specified.
Ensure all H & S rep inspection reports, fire checks, ladder registers, HCS registers, etc are received on time and have been completed correctly and signed off by relevant managers. Ensure non-conformances are communicated, actioned and closed off
Keep all H & S representatives updated on communication about meetings, and minutes from the meeting at all times (via SMS system and e-mails)
Keep the emergency contact list telephone numbers up to date and with all the relevant staff
Ensure a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures.
Conduct housekeeping inspections of Admin and capture score on SHEQSys every week.
Maintain an organized and clean laboratory – clean as you work

Inspect equipment on a regular basis
Monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges
Collect and test water samples
Record meter and gauge readings, and operational data
Operate equipment to purify and clarify water, or to process or dispose of sewage
Clean and maintain equipment, tanks, filter beds, and other work areas
Stay current on environmental laws and regulations
Ensure safety standards are met

Overseeing new installations on various plants
Overseeing technical projects
Ensuring customer satisfaction
Project engineering schedules and forecasts
Coordinating and checking of engineering deliverables
Monthly project status reports and change orders
Responsible for planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating the technical and management aspects of projects
Assisting in the preparation of engineering project proposals
Assisting in the coordination of pricing, estimating, scoping strategies for proposed projects and in the development and preparation of technical specifications
Assisting in the preparation or modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, permits and designs for project
Accountable for the successful completion of engineering projects
Requires extensive regular contact with assigned project Clients

Duties and Responsibilities;
* Direct overall supply chain operations to meet the objectives of the business, developing strategic plans to improve productivity and efficiency of operations.
* Monitor forecasts to identify changes or to determine their effect on supply chain activities.
* Implement new or improved supply chain processes.
* Collaborate with other departments and conferring with supply chain planners to forecast demand or create supply plan that ensures the availability of materials and products.
* Participate in the coordination of product line extensions or new product launches to ensure orderly and timely transitions in material or production flow.
* Manage activities related to material requirements planning, inventory control, warehousing, or receiving.
* Plan warehouse and depot activities to improve efficiency in both operations and capacity.
* Manage inbound and outbound transportation activities to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.
* Implement applicable logistics cost-saving practices.
* Coordinate and track allocation of goods through logistic pathways.
* Execute logistics plan to deliver products according to sales order and ensure the expected fulfillment rate.
* Maintain targeted buffer stock at each depot.
* Review freight rates and other transportation costs to ensure the logistics costs are within the agreed budget.
* Ensure proper tracking of assets maintenance at depots to minimize repair costs and downtime.

Duties and Responsibilities;
* Direct overall manufacturing operations in Nigeria to meet the tactical and strategic objectives of the business including facilities planning, developing plans to optimize productivity, maximize efficiency, drive operational excellence, and manage production within specification tolerance.
* Create and implement best practice manufacturing vision, strategy, policies & procedures, and processes to aid and improve business performance.
* Ensure that manufacturing strategies and processes are in place to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of cost, quality, and delivery targets. Enabling the company to function and compete effectively in the market.
* Evaluate the challenges faced by the business and take action to mitigate risks and develop opportunities.
* Drive key process improvement initiatives to be taken up (such as ISO, TPM, TQM, etc.).
* Implement a customer-focused operational culture delivering world-class customer service levels.
* Drive and manage Key Performance Indicators across all areas of the manufacturing functions including production schedules and budgets to ensure that all projects are delivered on cost, timelines, and to the highest quality standards.
* Develop efficient and effective internal control systems, to keep track of the performance of equipment and take necessary actions to improve efficiency (through effective training and other measures).
* Drive Continuous Improvement across all manufacturing-related areas of the business.
* Plan and execute maintenance activity to ensure plants are kept safe and compliant. Breakdowns to be attended to with minimum lead time.
* Coordination for spares/consumables required in all units in alignment with all stakeholders. Maintain sufficient spare part stocks (Electrical, Mechanical, Electronic, Pneumatic), etc. in all manufacturing units.
* Ensure equipment reliability to maximize machine productivity and utilize visual factory concepts to maximize asset utilization and plant performance.
* Monitor and report critical information such as overtime, labor cost, maintenance cost, admin expenses, equipment downtime, waste, and material loss, etc.
* Operate a process for the safe selection of external contractors. In conjunction with the Head of Purchasing ensure all external maintenance contracts are regularly reviewed to ensure the best value.
* Support project management to cross-functional activity required for project execution.
* Manage the accurate and on-time introduction of NPD.
* Ensure Health, Safety, and Environmental issues are prioritized and facilitated.
* Take overall responsibility to ensure adherence to safety standards by all employees in the factories and establish a zero accident environment during the manufacturing and maintenance process.
* Responsible for the overall security of manufacturing facilities and assets.
* Prepare the annual Manufacturing budget and forecasts and all 5 year and annual Capital Expenditure proposals as well as ensuring compliance with legal standards.

Duties and Responsibilities;
* Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis on raw materials using laboratory experimentation.
* Formulate raw materials including powder, liquid, and gel products to meet ingredient standards and deadlines.
* Follow industry standards on scientific significance, accuracy, safety, and record-keeping.
* Optimize formulated ingredients to meet cost objectives and to manage the availability of raw materials.
* Follow the latest technologies in encapsulation, particle electrical charge control, and dispersion mechanisms.
* Execute project commitments and pursue contingency plans.
* Conduct stability testing and record results.
* Test substances for composition, properties, structures, and reactions.
* Prepare research proposals including analytical, technical, and financial data for developing and testing new or improved products.
* Identify testing abnormalities and execute corrective actions.
* Review competitive products and trade publications and prepare reports on comparative tests, raw material information, and educational scopes.
* Manage daily laboratory operations and schedules.
* Monitor equipment operations and maintain cleanliness in the laboratory.
* Plan, execute, and monitor laboratory research programs and technologies.
* Prepare applications for new funding and grant.
* Train and supervise scientific staff.
* Contribute to scientific literature, conferences, and meetings.

Duties and Responsibilities;
* Own and drive production (pre-sorting and packing) planning, monitoring, and control to ensure effective execution of marketing plan, according to pre-specified guidelines.
* Take ownership of, monitor, and control that relevant quality controls are in place, adhere to, and meet customer expectations.
* Manage and monitor that all relevant health and safety protocols and standards are adhered to according to HACCP/BRC and company regulations.
* Manage and maintain effective relationships with employees, union members, and shop stewards.
* Lead, Manage and motivate a team of production personnel, monitor productivity, and ensure continuous improvement of the production department.
* Coordinate the activities of the various production functions to ensure the operation run efficiently and effectively.
* Delegate tasks, coach & support production employees, and ensure motivated teams work toward achieving set targets.
* Organise resource allocation to ensure horticultural best practice is implemented on time and on the standard.
* Measure and monitor productivity and quality and propose solutions to facilitate continuous improvement.
* Oversee new orchard developments and nurturing of young orchards.

Duties and Responsibilities;
* Have full responsibility for the management and development of the company.
* Be responsible for the budget, sales revenue, and profitability of the company.
* Develop a sales and service strategy and business planning.
* Be responsible for full compliance with laws, corporate guidelines, and procedures.
* Lead and develop managers and employees of the company.
* Act as internal and external contact for key accounts, auditors, etc.
* Reports directly to Sub Regional Executive officer.

Duties and Responsibilities;
* The packhouse managers' main function is to ensure the efficient and timely production of goods as well as ensuring the best practices are in place to run the entire packhouse effectively.
* Manages and coordinates all packhouse activities including, but not limited to, production planning and execution, administration, logistics, and workers engaged in receiving, grading, storing, and shipping fruits.
* Actively drive, structure, and organize the packing process.
* Maximise packhouse efficiencies, throughput, standing time, labor, and expenses.
* Maximise the profitability of packhouse operations, involved in the setting of the annual budget and daily management of staying within the set budget.
* Labour productivity to be managed effectively. To plan, organize, and control all relevant production plans together with the Senior Production Supervisor to ensure that goods are produced efficiently, on time, within budget, and to standard.
* Determine the human resources required.
* Ensure that the packaging materials are sourced by the Packaging Manager, as per the instructions of the Key Accounts Managers.
* Monitoring the administration of consignment notes and delivery notes that should be 100% accurate and according to the SOP. Ensure that all employees reporting to you are effective/trustworthy/accurate and have a timeous response to the Paarl office.
* Ensure compliance with and knowledge of employer/employee-related laws and ethical business standards.
* Signing off on all leave applications.
* Decision-making regarding equipment use, maintenance, modification together with the Maintenance Manager.
* Implementing all standard operating procedures for all in-house operations and ensuring these are adhered to.
* Implementation and adherence to health and safety procedures.
* Determine and implement improvements to the production process.
* Monitor and review the performance of staff and organize necessary interventions for improvement.
* Ensure efficient collaboration and coordination between relevant departments including commercial, distribution, and office management.
* Extensive knowledge of department processes within the whole company.

Main Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategies to achieve sales and production targets, including end market analysis, new customer development, product R&D, production lead time and cost planning, etc.
Provide leadership to all functional teams in implementing business objectives that appropriately reflect business goals set by the Board
Collaborate with business development team to identify and assess adjacent market opportunities to the companys core end markets (such as household and personal care, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals)
Evaluation of potential bolt-on acquisition opportunities
Lead key customer and supplier discussions and negotiations to drive strategic opportunities
Ensure compliance with all relevant local regulatory requirements
Work together with the owners to develop the company culture to ensure a highly engaged workforce

Lead and manage the Plants operations, to maximize productivity, uptime, schedule adherence and ensure a safe and efficient workplace.
Collaborate with the Division EHS Manager to determine and implement EHS improvement actions.
Develop complete understanding of all production lines and associated equipment, knowledge of customer products, raw materials, and product characteristics.
Prepare documentation such as process instructions, work instructions, etc. for training and process control purposes.
Provide necessary support in developing plants production schedule.
Communicate with customers on routine basis to discuss technical data, product performance, trial runs, etc..
Help train and support operations personnel and supervision.
Provide input and support to the development of new products and projects.
Communicate and provide input to maintenance resources for troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment.
Ensure proper handling and stewardship of customer owned raw materials.
Support new capital investment through provision of guidance and research.