Production Supervisor (Fruit industry)

SUMMARY:
Our client (in the fruit industry) requires the services of an extensively experienced Production Supervisor, to oversee the daily production and packing.

POSITION INFO:

The successful candidate will be in possession of, and will be proficient in a wide range of disciplines, including but not limited to the following:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to lead while instilling discipline
• Methods of management to ensure that systems, procedures and standards are set and maintained continuously
• The ability to function and excel in a very fast paced and high-volume environment.
• The ability to efficiently, accurately and timeously communicate (verbally and electronically) on and with various levels within a company structure
• Organized neatness & cleanliness, accuracy and the pursuit of perfection must be personal attributes which must filter through and become evident in his/her daily routine and tasks
• Must be fluent (verbal & writing) in both English and Afrikaans. A third African language would be advantageous
• An apt ability to use his/her own initiative in solving daily challenges, while remaining within company guidelines & processes
• A matric qualification with at least 5 years of production supervisory/management experience. A formal qualification in the field of production planning/management would be a definite advantage
• Computer literacy is essential. A workable understanding of the SAGE X3 stock management program would be an advantage.
• A workable and clear understanding of food handling and all related processes applicable in a food safety accredited company
• Own reliable transport with a code 08 license
• Preferably resides in the Helderberg area

The position will require amongst others, the following:

• Effective daily supervision of the production of fruit and fruit juice concentrates in a controlled temperature environment. Accuracy and the adherence to set processes is non-negotiable
• A committed and very involved approach to oversee daily production runs
• The daily management of a production team
• Ensure that company guidelines, policies, target dates and KPI’s are adhered to and met
• The planning and execution of daily production runs to ensure daily targets are met
• The successful candidate must be extremely well organized administratively, with acute attention needed iro administrative detail and accuracy.

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