Fresh Jobs at Astral Foods Ltd

The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Full responsibility for all labour related issues including, ensuring that All positions are managed at all times.
• Dealing with all disciplinary matters appropriately and according to the  Company’s disciplinary code.
• Full control of the canteen  processes and responsibility for maintaining canteen Standards.
• Planning, organizing and monitoring the day to day operations of the Canteen and Laundry including daily record keeping.
• Prepare and present quality food for the staff and company visitors within the company’s guidelines and catering for company functions.
• Continued interaction and communication with all senior management.
• Managing canteen budget.
• Maintaining and implementing 20 keys principles including Health & Safety of the department.
• Adhering to Astral ethics policy.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• A Matric Certificate / Equivalent.
• 2 – 3 years’ experience in a canteen and production environment.
• Good supervisory and interpersonal skills.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must have Administrative skill.
• Events co-ordination and planning.
• Must be able to work independently and cope well under pressure.
• Manage staff professionally and lead by example.

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Qualifications: 

• Electrical Trade Certificate (Section 13 and served apprenticeship)
• Minimum N4 qualification electrical theory
• HT Switching certificate will be an added advantage
• Wireman’s license, PLC programming and fault-finding experience will be a distinct advantage
• A supervisory / management qualification will be an added advantage

Experience:

• Previous experience in the electrical maintenance/repair of Poultry processing and rendering plant equipment will be  a distinct advantage
• Proven leadership experience
• Computer literate with MS Office

Other requirements:

• Willing to do shift work and overtime, including weekends as may be required
• Ability to work in a highly pressurized environment and deadline driven
• Must have own reliable transport
• Fluent in English and an additional official language

The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Manage all routine maintenance on processing equipment
• Manage all unscheduled processing interruptions resulting from breakdowns
• Installation and maintenance on processing equipment
• Continuous interaction and communication with management and subordinates
• Manage, implement and adhere to the 20 Keys system, HACCP, Risk Control, OHS, EFSIS and all other systems must be adhered to at all times
• Maintain and comply with the South African National Standard SANS1042 Wiring Code
• Be present at start-up and all start-up procedures must be followed at all times
• Must ensure that all shut down procedures are adhered to after the end of the last shift of the week or public holiday
• Liaison with other Foremen regarding outstanding maintenance, and projects, timekeeping, safety & security matters, and all other matters related to the maintenance team
• Report and audit machine electrical and mechanical defects
• Control and audit maintenance documentation
• Attend to any disciplinary requirements and follow the disciplinary code
• Assist with training and development of staff
• Continuous interaction and communication with management and subordinates
• Maintain housekeeping standards

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Required Qualification:

• Completed Grade 12 or equivalent qualification

Required Experience:

• Experience in a logistics/distribution environment is essential
• Proven experience in a supervisory role
• Proven experience in large-scale food production and processing
• Computer literacy – MS Office
• Strong administrative, organizational, interpersonal and time management skills

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining the correct and approved staff complement on the relevant shift
• Responsible for all labour-related issues, including ensuring that all positions are managed at all times
• Dealing with all disciplinary matters appropriately and according to the company’s disciplinary code
• Picking and loading of vehicles
• Responsible for housekeeping
• Assisting with stock takes
• Ensuring correct allocation and picking of stock
• Continued interaction and communication with senior management
• Maintaining and implementing the 20 Keys principles, including Health & Safety of the department

Other Requirements:

• Fluent in English and a second official language
• Have the ability to cope under pressure and manage staff professionally
• Be hardworking, honest and self-motivated
• Must be prepared to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and overtime as required

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The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Ensuring proper housekeeping of the stores and work areas.
• Daily and monthly stock counts and investigate variances.
• Receiving of stock from suppliers.
• Issuing and recording of stock issued.
• Maintaining 20 Keys.
• Comply with HACCP Standards and FSSC and Allergen Management Procedures.
• Recording of goods received vouchers.
• Assist Buyer.
• Expedite and do call offs on stock ordered.
• Shelf life of products and ingredients.

  The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Matric.
• Store qualification or 3 years’ experience.
• Must be fluent in English and have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must have above average numerical skills.
• Computer literate.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Effective time management.
• Must be a team player.
• Must be willing to work overtime and on public holidays.
• Knowledge of HACCP standards.

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The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Managing all Rearing Farm processes of Cosmos & Vlakfontein with the aim of maximizing production and quality of POL birds.
• Managing all labour related issues and dealing with grievances and disciplinary matters.
• Managing all resources and assets of the Company.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• A Matric Certificate / Equivalent.
• Relevant degree / diploma in agriculture.
• Proven experience in the poultry business and management for a minimum period of 5 (five) years.
• Able to communicate and liase at all levels.
• Proven administrative Skills.
• Computer literate.
• In-depth knowledge of all legal requirements for the fair application of disciplinary and resolution of grievances.
• It is essential that the candidate have a passion for implementing and maintaining 20 Keys.