My client (FMCG) is seeking an experienced and hands-on Line Supervisor: Oil Filling, Packing Plant, based in the West Rand area Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure plant compliance and governance of Food Safety & Quality systems Ensure plant compliance and governance of Food Safety and Quality systems (FSMS, AIB, FSSC 22000 Maintain and enforce Food Safety policies, PRPs and behaviour-based food safety culture Perform daily plant inspections to ensure cleanliness and compliance with food safety and quality standards Oversee housekeeping standards and coordinate cleaning teams for prompt resolution Conduct internal pest management responsibilities Monitor, maintain and continuously improve the Food Safety Management System Conduct forklift inspection record verifications and report discrepancies Enforce change initiatives and controls in preparation for audits and closure of findings Conduct inspections of plant grounds and facilities for health, safety, food and environmental compliance Close out NCRs timeously Maintain Food Safety and OHS records for all plant machinery Ensure all food safety and quality registers, checklists and documentation are accurately completed, filed and audit-ready for traceability purposes Ensure plant compliance to Environment, Health and Safety regulations Ensure monthly inspections are conducted by Health & Safety representatives Enforce compliance with all SHE policies, procedures and legal requirements Compile and review periodic risk assessments Conduct regular fire prevention inspections Ensure safety signage and notices are displayed in all plant areas Verify machinery is safe and operational and initiate maintenance per OHS requirements Enforce adherence to Environmental, Health & Safety policies and PRPs at all times Maintain plant emergency evacuation plans Manage accident and incident investigations Compile and submit monthly OHS reports Submit and close Enablon findings Conduct job observations on high-risk activities and provide feedback Chair quarterly safety meetings with safety representatives and line management Conduct toolbox talks Production supervision and Plant Maintenance: Plan, schedule, assign, inspect, record and administrate production operations Manage CCPs and OPRPs, report deviations and implement corrective actions with Production Manager Generate work orders and issue work permits Coordinate fault finding and maintenance activities Capture and update downtime and OEE data daily Coordinate preventative maintenance of packing lines to improve OEE Ensure production efficiency, cost control and product compliance with specifications Address operational issues proactively and adapt to changing requirements Reconcile critical spares to prevent unplanned downtime Create MDG codes for production items Inspect and verify operator maintenance records Report packing line compliance levels to management Ensure suppliers, contractors and consultants comply with all group policies and procedures Employee Supervision & Contractor Coordination Ensure employee and contractor compliance with policies and procedures Ensure all legal appointments fulfill assigned duties Coordinate Food Safety and Health & Safety training Correct and update employee timesheets Identify, resolve and escalate operational and people-related issues Resolve conflicting requirements and escalate where necessary Counsel employees and initiate disciplinary action for misconduct or poor performance when required Minimum Requirements: Education and Experience: Diploma in Food Technology or Industrial Engineering Certificate in Quality Management will be advantageous 3 years’ post qualification production experience, of which 1 should be in a supervisory/ coordinating capacity Experience in food manufacturing industry Active involvement in internal and external audits i.e.Food Safety, EHS, Quality Knowledge and Skills: Production plant and production principles EHS and Food Safety systems Plant equipment and hazards Relevant processes, systems, policies and procedures Risk management Interpersonal skills Computer literate
