Western Cape: Jnr Shift Coordinator posted by Manpower Group

s Junior Shift Coordinator, you will support day-to-day production operations, supervise production teams, ensure adherence to stringent quality and safety standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
Key Responsibilities:
Production Supervision & Coordination:

• Supervise production teams to consistently achieve daily targets, quality standards, and output requirements
• Coordinate and monitor production activities, ensuring optimal utilisation of equipment, raw materials, packaging materials, and labour resources
• Schedule work activities and allocate resources effectively to meet production plans and customer requirements
• Conduct process monitoring and equipment checks to ensure smooth, uninterrupted production flow

Quality, Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure strict adherence to all food safety, quality, and hygiene standards including HACCP, GMP, and CIP procedures
• Implement and maintain site-specific safety protocols and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Monitor compliance with quality systems, ISO standards, and food safety legislation
• Oversee cleaning processes and maintain microbiology standards

Performance & Continuous Improvement:

• Review and interpret production performance data including OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), waste levels, throughput, and quality deviations
• Implement and support Lean manufacturing methodologies to improve productivity, reduce waste, and enhance operational efficiency
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using productivity improvement techniques
• Identify opportunities for process optimisation and cost reduction

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate production documentation, records, and compliance registers
• Report on production performance, quality metrics, and safety incidents
• Ensure traceability and audit readiness

Team Management:

• Oversee key HR functions within the production team including attendance, performance management, and staff development
• Provide coaching, guidance, and support to production operators
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning

What You Bring:

Essential Qualifications:

• Grade 12 / Matric (Essential)
• National Diploma in Food Technology or Production Certificate
• Diploma / National Certificate in Food and Beverage Packaging Operations
• Team Leader / Supervisory Training (Essential)

Experience:

• 3–5 years’ proven experience in a supervisory role within FMCG manufacturing or food production
• Hands-on experience managing production teams and shift operations
• Track record of achieving production targets and maintaining quality standards

Technical Knowledge:

• Engineering / Mechanical knowledge – understanding of production equipment and basic troubleshooting
• Material Requirement Planning (MRP) – resource planning and inventory management
• Plant capacity planning and production scheduling
• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) – measuring and improving equipment performance
• Product and process-specific knowledge in FMCG/food manufacturing
• Microbiology and food safety legislation – HACCP, GMP, hygiene standards
• Quality systems and ISO standards (ISO 9001, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000)
• Preventative maintenance principles and implementation
• Lean manufacturing techniques – waste reduction, 5S, Kaizen, continuous improvement

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted