Production & Operations Manager at CLS Human Capital Specialists

Job Purpose:

• To oversee factory operations, ensure optimal production output, maintain machinery, and enforce hygiene and compliance standards while effectively managing staff and resources.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education (essential):

• National Senior Certificate

Minimum education (desirable):

• Diploma/Degree in production/operations management

Minimum applicable experience (years):            

• 5 Years’ experience in a similar role within the FMCG/Food Production environment

Required nature of experience:

• Managing and maintaining production machinery
• Overseeing factory capacity and optimizing production output
• Ensuring compliance with hygiene and high-care facility standards
• Hands-on involvement in daily operations to ensure efficiency
• Effective executional communication and leadership
• Enforcing authority and ensuring team accountability

Skills and Knowledge (essential):

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Ability to drive production efficiency and problem-solving mindset
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and hygiene requirements
• Proficient in Sage Evolution

Other:

• Fluent in Afrikaans
• Own transport and valid driver’s license

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS, WEIGHTS AND OBJECTIVES

Production Management & Operational Efficiency (35%)

• Plan, oversee, and optimize production schedules to meet demand
• Ensure maximum factory capacity utilization and minimize downtime
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and process improvements
• Manage raw material availability and inventory control
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve profitability

Equipment Maintenance & Compliance (25%)

• Ensure all production machinery and equipment are well-maintained
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize breakdowns and downtime
• Implement preventative maintenance schedules
• Maintain compliance with industry regulations (HACCP, ISO, food safety standards)
• Conduct risk assessments and enforce health and safety protocols

Quality Control & Hygiene Management (20%)

• Ensure all products meet quality and hygiene standards
• Implement quality control measures to minimize defects and waste
• Work with QA teams to maintain food safety compliance
• Enforce strict hygiene protocols in the high-care facility

Leadership & Workforce Management (20%)

• Supervise and develop the production team to achieve operational goals
• Conduct training programs to enhance staff performance and compliance
• Enforce discipline, ensure accountability, and drive productivity
• Foster a high-performance culture aligned with the company’s values