Process Leader at RCL Foods

RCL FOODS is searching for a Process Leader to join our Chicken Processing team within our Foods division. The purpose of the role is to supervise the performance of a specific shift in the Rendering (By Products) Plant by taking responsibility for all resources – employees and equipment, to achieve daily targets to required product specifications, while meeting Safety, Health and Quality standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of Grade 12
• Relevant NQF level 6 qualification will be an added advantage
• 2 years relevant experience preferably in a unionised environment in the food manufacturing industry
• Rendering/effluent plant experience advantage
• Excellent computer literacy and skills required: MS Office.
• Ability to interact at all levels within the company as well as with suppliers
• Fully bilingual.
• Very analytical, thorough and competent in all Engineering principals.
• Good communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work in a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and independently.
• A clear understanding of ISO 22000/ISO 45001 and HACCP
• A clear understanding of OHS Act

Duties & Responsibilities

• Managing, leading, controlling & training a working team.
• Daily planning of shift work.
• Achieving of daily/ weekly team targets.
• Production related administration and process recording.
• Quality and efficiency control.
• Setting correct software program parameters on automated machinery.
• Excellent housekeeping/ food handling standards.
• Self-motivated and be able to work under pressure.
• Must be able to control production costs (labour, PPE and packaging)