Packhouse / Production Manager

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSGrade 12Relevant qualification is essentialAt least 5 years relevant experienceExperience working with machine sizer will be advantageous SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIREDStrong communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent problem solving, analytical and numerical abilities are crucialExcellent knowledge and computer skills (MS Office)Effective handling of detailed information and consistent attention to detailMust be a team playerAbility to work with little supervision and track multiple processes KEY ACCOUNTABLE AREAS Draft and monitor the weekly packing and pre-sorting plan, and daily packing programs.Ensure relevant quality controls are in place, adhere to and meet customer expectations. Ensure relevant safety controls and standards are in place according to HACCP/BRC and company regulations.Manage and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors, and other managers. Productivity monitoring and improvement.Ensure that all work areas and personnel comply with safety regulations and procedures. Control process to ensure ordering of materials match packing requirements.Ensure that stock control processes and transactions are in line with systems requirements and best practices.Ensure efficient packing process that optimise the use of resources and achieve set capacity and productivity levels.Lead and develop staff, ensure staff engagement levels are high.Verifying stocks and investigating delays.Managing the volumes of fruit, monitoring, and analysing volumes and throughput vs capacity. Computing the quantities, qualities and types of materials required by production programmes. Controlling expenditure and ensuring the efficient use of resources. Controlling chemical stock and overseeing the mixture thereof.Must be willing to work irregular hours, including night shift ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted