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About the Role

The Packaging Manager Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the Food Safety Team and contributing to the overall efficiency of our cheese packaging operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with experience in packaging, manufacturing, or FMCG environments to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in maintaining the Food Safety Management System and participate in HACCP studies and reviews as part of the Food Safety Team.
  • Plan and schedule packing teams and cheese packaging according to packing sheets.
  • Oversee all cheese packaging areas, ensuring cleanliness, housekeeping, and operational efficiency.
  • Ensure correct packaging materials, pricing, and sell-by/best-before dates are used.
  • Confirm all cheeses are packed according to specification and release products for packaging with cheesemaker approval.
  • Report deviations, out-of-spec products, and equipment maintenance needs to QA and relevant departments.
  • Supervise and manage staff performance and productivity.
  • Drive continuous improvement, process optimisation, and cost control within packaging operations.
  • Liaise with suppliers to manage packaging materials and inventory levels.

Requirements

  • 25 years of experience in packaging, manufacturing, or FMCG environments.
  • Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SYSPRO).
  • Understanding of GMP, SOPs, and food safety regulations.
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

  • Formal education/certifications not specified.

Salary & Benefits

  • Salary information not provided.
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About Manufacturing Jobs in Drakenstein

Manufacturing positions in Drakenstein, South Africa are part of the broader manufacturing sector, which typically employs a significant workforce in the region. Generally, these roles involve overseeing production processes, ensuring quality control, and managing supply chains to meet customer demand. Typically, manufacturing professionals in this area work in industries such as food processing, automotive, or aerospace.

Typically, salaries for manufacturing positions in Drakenstein vary widely depending on factors like experience, company size, and industry sector. Common broad salary ranges for these roles can be expected to fall between R400 000 and R700 000 per annum, although actual salaries may be higher or lower, depending on individual circumstances.

Common skills required for manufacturing positions include mechanical aptitude, problem-solving abilities, communication skills, attention to detail, leadership qualities, and knowledge of production processes and quality control methods. Generally, a strong understanding of engineering principles, supply chain management, and inventory control is also highly valued in these roles.

Manufacturing professionals can be found across various industry sectors, including the automotive industry, aerospace manufacturing, and food processing plants. Often, these companies operate large-scale facilities that require skilled personnel to manage production lines, maintain equipment, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Career development opportunities for manufacturing professionals in Drakenstein are diverse and varied. Typically, career progression paths involve moving into supervisory or management roles, taking on specialized responsibilities such as project management or quality control, or transitioning into related fields like engineering or logistics.

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