Food Production Manager
Fempower Personnel
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- R32,000-39,000 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Leading and managing the production team to achieve production targets and quality standards
- Developing and implementing production schedules and procedures to optimize efficiency
- Monitoring production processes to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards
- Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing best practices
- Managing inventory levels to meet production demands while minimizing waste
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance, to resolve production issues and drive continuous improvement
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, including HACCP and GMP
- Training and developing production staff to enhance their skills and capabilities
- Overseeing equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime
- Analyzing production data and performance metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Participating in the development of annual budgets and managing production costs
- A Bachelor's degree in Food Technology or a related field
- Previous experience in a production management role within the food industry
- Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Proven ability to drive process improvements and implement best practices
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
- Proficiency in MS Office applications
- Flexibility to work extended hours and weekends, as needed