Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Production Cheese Supervisor to join our team in Queenstown. As a key member of our production department, you will be responsible for overseeing all production activities within the slice-on-slice department, including planning, scheduling and daily output performance. With a strong focus on food safety and quality compliance, you will lead our team to ensure that we maintain the highest standards of customer satisfaction and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all production activities within the slice-on-slice department, including planning, scheduling and daily output performance
- Lead Team Leaders and a total workforce of ±15 employees ensuring effective manpower utilisation.
- Maintain strict adherence to daily production targets, efficiency standards and customer specifications
Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric / Equivalent
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in processed cheese manufacturing, including supervisory experience
- Extensive technical experience in slice-on-slice cheese production (non-negotiable)
- Relevant qualification in Food Technology, Dairy Processing, or equivalent: Minimum NQF 4 required and NQF
- 5+ and further dairy certifications advantageous
- In-depth understanding of FSSC 22000 version 6 including implementation and audit readiness
- Strong working knowledge of high care manufacturing environments and HACCP Principles
- Proven track record in managing production KPI’s including yield waste, quality and efficiency
Qualifications
- No formal education mentioned
Salary & Benefits
- Salary details not specified.
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About FMCG Retail Jobs in Eastern Cape
FMCG retail positions in Eastern Cape, South Africa offer a dynamic and fast-paced work environment. Generally, the job market for FMCG retail roles in this region is competitive, with many established multinationals operating in the area. Typically, these roles involve managing store operations, supervising staff, and driving sales growth.
Salaries for FMCG retail positions in Eastern Cape can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Broadly speaking, salaries for these roles typically range from R300 000 to R600 000 per annum, although this is only a rough guide and actual salaries may differ significantly. For example, experienced managers or those working in larger retail organizations may earn higher salaries, while entry-level positions may start at lower end of the spectrum.
Common skills required for FMCG retail roles include excellent communication and leadership skills, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Other key competencies often include technical knowledge of product management, inventory control, and customer service standards. Generally, candidates with experience in retail or a related field are well-suited to these types of roles.
Many FMCG retail positions are employed in various industries such as manufacturing sector, technology industry, financial services sector, and more. These roles often involve working closely with suppliers, managing logistics, and ensuring product availability.
In terms of career development, FMCG retail professionals can typically expect opportunities for advancement into management or leadership roles. Often, these opportunities arise through experience, training programs, or internal promotions. With continued growth and innovation in the industry, it is also common for skilled professionals to transition into specialized areas such as sales, marketing, or supply chain management.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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