Our client in the citrus / agricultural industry, based in Kirkwood, is looking to employ an experienced Line Manager. This role will be based on-site in Kirkwood.

Main purpose: 

• Planning and execution of the packing of citrus on a production line. This involves managing people and other resources to ensure product is packed according to specification, while production costs and targets are achieved.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric) is essential.

• A formal qualification in Production / Operations Management will be advantageous.

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience managing a large team in a production environment.

• Proven computer literacy – MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook). Must be able to draw reports on Excel.

• Knowledge of BRC and QHSE systems will be advantageous.

• Must be willing to work night shift/day shift and form part of the maintenance team outside the fruit-packing period. 

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that hourly and daily production and quality targets are met.

• Identify areas and reasons for poor production and implement corrective actions.

• Ensure adherence to local and international food safety standards and requirements.

• Maintain continuous quality control measures.

• Report and follow up on equipment failures and maintenance requirements with the Maintenance Department.

• Record all relevant production and technical data.

• Maintain and utilize various reports and dashboards to measure performance against targets.

• Identify development areas and manage staff performance.

• Proactively plan staff, stock and other resources with internal departments.

• Exercise effective control of all employee relations, including disciplinary, grievance and absenteeism-related matters.

• Present daily production progress and planning reports at Management meetings.

Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying.