Production Manager (Fresh Produce)

Green Marble Recruitment Consultants

Job Location:

Alberton - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Reference: JHB002410-NS-1

Are you working in a fresh produce / cold chain environment

WE WANT YOU IF YOU HAVE A:

Min. of 3 to 5 years experience in Production Management or Operations.

fresh produce cold-chain processes.

A strong leader with 3 - 5 years of management exp.

For any questions contact Nicole on: or email:

Duties & Responsibilities

Minimum requirements:

Diploma or degree in Operations Management Production Management Supply Chain or a related field (advantageous).
35 years experience in a production or operations environment ideally in fresh produce food processing or FMCG.
Demonstrated experience leading teams in a high-paced environment.
Knowledge of cold-chain logistics and produce quality standards preferred.
Strong operational understanding of fresh produce handling packing and cold-chain processes.
Experience with production planning and workflow optimisation.
Knowledge of food safety hygiene and quality standards.

Personality Traits:

Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Calm under pressure and able to manage multiple priorities.
Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.

Duties and responsibilities:

Operational Management:
- Plan organise and manage daily production schedules across all processing and packing lines.
- Ensure efficient staging allocation and movement of produce from receiving to dispatch.
- Maintain optimal workflow to meet customer orders and delivery timelines.
- Coordinate closely with Staging QC Procurement Dispatch and Operations teams to ensure alignment and operational continuity.
Quality and Food Safety:
- Enforce compliance with all food safety protocols hygiene standards and internal QA requirements.
- Work with the Quality Control team to resolve quality deviations and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Monitor produce-handling practices to minimise waste and maintain product integrity.
Team Leadership:
- Supervise lead and motivate production supervisors line leaders and general staff.
- Schedule shifts manage attendance and ensure adequate staffing for operational demands.
- Provide ongoing coaching performance management and skills development.
Cost and Resource Management:
- Manage labour efficiency and control overtime to meet budget targets.
- Monitor consumables packaging materials and equipment usage to minimise waste.
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within production operations.
Equipment and Facility Oversight:
- Ensure all equipment functions optimally and coordinate maintenance as needed.
- Maintain a clean organised and safe production environment.
- Report facility or equipment issues promptly to Maintenance or Management.
Data Reporting and Continuous Improvement:
- Track production KPIs such as throughput accuracy waste downtime and labour productivity.
- Generate daily weekly and monthly production reports.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives including workflow optimisation process enhancements and automation opportunities.
- Ensure accurate documentation relating to traceability production logs and compliance.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Achieve order fulfilment accuracy and on-time dispatch.
- Maintain production throughput and workflow efficiency.
- Manage labour cost versus budget and productivity per hour.
- Minimise waste and shrink levels.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and audit standards.
- Monitor staff performance retention and attendance.
- Maximise equipment uptime and reduce downtime.
Working Conditions:
- Operate in a cold-chain environment with extended periods of standing and movement.
- Work early mornings late shifts weekends or public holidays as required during peak periods.
- Perform effectively in a fast-paced demanding operational setting.

Package & Remuneration

R 45000 - R 50 000 - Monthly plus Pension fund Medical Aid

Required Experience:

Manager

Reference: JHB002410-NS-1Are you working in a fresh produce / cold chain environmentWE WANT YOU IF YOU HAVE A:Min. of 3 to 5 years experience in Production Management or Operations. fresh produce cold-chain processes.A strong leader with 3 - 5 years of management exp.For any questions contact Nicole...

Reference: JHB002410-NS-1

Are you working in a fresh produce / cold chain environment

WE WANT YOU IF YOU HAVE A:

Min. of 3 to 5 years experience in Production Management or Operations.

fresh produce cold-chain processes.

A strong leader with 3 - 5 years of management exp.

For any questions contact Nicole on: or email:

Duties & Responsibilities

Minimum requirements:

Diploma or degree in Operations Management Production Management Supply Chain or a related field (advantageous).
35 years experience in a production or operations environment ideally in fresh produce food processing or FMCG.
Demonstrated experience leading teams in a high-paced environment.
Knowledge of cold-chain logistics and produce quality standards preferred.
Strong operational understanding of fresh produce handling packing and cold-chain processes.
Experience with production planning and workflow optimisation.
Knowledge of food safety hygiene and quality standards.

Personality Traits:

Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Calm under pressure and able to manage multiple priorities.
Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.

Duties and responsibilities:

Operational Management:
- Plan organise and manage daily production schedules across all processing and packing lines.
- Ensure efficient staging allocation and movement of produce from receiving to dispatch.
- Maintain optimal workflow to meet customer orders and delivery timelines.
- Coordinate closely with Staging QC Procurement Dispatch and Operations teams to ensure alignment and operational continuity.
Quality and Food Safety:
- Enforce compliance with all food safety protocols hygiene standards and internal QA requirements.
- Work with the Quality Control team to resolve quality deviations and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Monitor produce-handling practices to minimise waste and maintain product integrity.
Team Leadership:
- Supervise lead and motivate production supervisors line leaders and general staff.
- Schedule shifts manage attendance and ensure adequate staffing for operational demands.
- Provide ongoing coaching performance management and skills development.
Cost and Resource Management:
- Manage labour efficiency and control overtime to meet budget targets.
- Monitor consumables packaging materials and equipment usage to minimise waste.
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within production operations.
Equipment and Facility Oversight:
- Ensure all equipment functions optimally and coordinate maintenance as needed.
- Maintain a clean organised and safe production environment.
- Report facility or equipment issues promptly to Maintenance or Management.
Data Reporting and Continuous Improvement:
- Track production KPIs such as throughput accuracy waste downtime and labour productivity.
- Generate daily weekly and monthly production reports.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives including workflow optimisation process enhancements and automation opportunities.
- Ensure accurate documentation relating to traceability production logs and compliance.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Achieve order fulfilment accuracy and on-time dispatch.
- Maintain production throughput and workflow efficiency.
- Manage labour cost versus budget and productivity per hour.
- Minimise waste and shrink levels.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and audit standards.
- Monitor staff performance retention and attendance.
- Maximise equipment uptime and reduce downtime.
Working Conditions:
- Operate in a cold-chain environment with extended periods of standing and movement.
- Work early mornings late shifts weekends or public holidays as required during peak periods.
- Perform effectively in a fast-paced demanding operational setting.

Package & Remuneration

R 45000 - R 50 000 - Monthly plus Pension fund Medical Aid

Required Experience:

Manager

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Production Manager (Fresh Produce)

Alberton - South Africa

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