Fresh Jobs at RCL Foods

• RCL FOODS is seeking for a Human Resource Administrator to  join our Human Resources team.
• The Human Resource Adminitrator will  provide day to day human resource administrative support and contribute to the long-term development of the HR function.The role will be based in Rustenburg and report to the HR Practitioner.

Minimum Requirements    

• Diploma in Human Resource Management
• Valid Code EB driver’s license
• 2 years experience in a similar environment
• Computer literate (SAP Advantageous)

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Provide all recruitment administration support for A and B appointments.
• Ensure all reference and criminal record checks are carried out fully and in a timely manner.
• Announce new appointments.
• Manage the new joiner process from offer letter through to joining instructions and induction.
• Provide HR support and advice to employees and line managers, explaining policies and procedures in a timely and effective manner.
• Handle maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave processes and queries.
• Handle health, safety and IOD processes and queries.
• Administer the performance management system.
• Enter data into the HR system so that accurate records are maintained.
• Provide data for and prepare management information reports.
• Liaise with payroll and distribute the payslips.
• Process medical aid / fund entries and withdrawals.
• Process death and disability claim documents.
• Capture disciplinary records into SAP.
• Administer the recording of absence.
• Administer the recording of vacation leave.
• Administer the probationary review periods.
• Maintain the personnel filing system and safeguard the files and documentation.
• Manage the leave administration process.
• Provide support in investigations for disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Distribute/disseminate policies and convey related communication.
• Administer employee/study loan and bursary documentation.
• Answer all channelled HR administration-related queries from employees and managers in the business and ensure their resolution in accordance with service standards.

Deadline:14th October,2026

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• Our Talent Team is on the hunt for a Production Team Leader for their Pies Division. The role will be based in Krugersdrop and will report into the Shift Manager.
• The incumbent will be responsible to provide leadership and supervision to area shift team for daily and routine production plan execution. Ensure that all the frozen product is packed and palletized according to company and legal specifications and stock transferred into the bulk freezer.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• NQF Level 6 or higher in Engineering, Food Technology or related field (preferred).
• A Technical Trade Certificate or equivalent (advantageous).
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years’ and more of experience in a production plant/food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• 1-2 years previous leadership experience.
• Strong maintenance systems aptitude and understanding of automated production systems.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards and legislation on Safety, Health and Environment.
• Knowledgeable on food safety management programme.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and production data.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Pre start-up Checks:

• Ensures that the pastry department ingredients, are in place and all mixers, pots are cleaned and sanitised as well as the vmi, and the laminator.
• Ensures that all production lines are checked and safe for production.
• Check if all the emergency stop buttons, safety covers (and reports that if not functioning).
• Ensures that the Laminator and Production lines staff has the correct PPE.
• Checks the amount of trimmings or cut offs in the chilling area.
• Ensure all raw material are available for the days production.

Allocation of Resources:

• Allocates all necessary production work-in-progress and input raw materials.
• Ensures strict compliance to all recipes.
• Monitors all mixes and pastry temperatures during production.
• Ensure all specifications are adhered to on all production lines.

Overseeing Operator Activities:

• Ensures that fat is on a correct temperature and checked hourly, and all trimmings have been tagged during production.
• Calculates fat percentage hourly.
• Ensure that all production lines are running to its full capacity.
• Ensure that all waste and machine downtime is recorded.
• Ensure that all team members adhere to plant rules at all times.
• Ensure proper housekeeping during production.
• Coach and mentor sub-ordinates during their daily tasks.
• Participate in the waste reduction plan and drive all initiatives.

Recording and Communication:

• Record all necessary production information throughout the day including but not limited to:
• Production efficiencies and volume produced.
• Production downtime reports.

SHE, Quality and Food Safety:

• Ensure ongoing implementation (and where possible improvement) of the Quality and Food Safety system through the systematic implementation of the relevant food safety requirements as defined in the Food Safety RACI Matrix and relevant policies and procedures (SOP’s).
• Ensures compliance with Safety and Health (Legal and company policies).

Deadline:10th October,2026

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• We are seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to support our Baking Division in Benoni.
• The purpose of this role is to drive bread sales growth within the retail trade channel by managing existing retail accounts, growing shelf presence, executing promotions, ensuring product availability, developing and maintaining customer relationships and increasing market share.  The retail trade sales specialist is responsible for delivering volume, visibility and value growth through effective in-store execution and customer relationship management.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric
• Diploma in Sales or Marketing
• Valid driver ‘s licence
• Minimum 3 to 4 years’ experience in a supervisory role in a Retail Trade environment (bread products advantageous)
• At least 3 Years GT sales supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment (FMCG)
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales target in retail.
• Strong understanding of retail dynamics and relationships with personnel.
• Vast experience working with chain stores and independent retailers.
• Excellent Microsoft office skills

Duties & Responsibilities    
Account Management

• Manage and grow a defined portfolio of accounts (Retail, HORECA, Forecourt).
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with regional and store managers
• Plan and execute a structured call cycle to ensure optimal territory coverage.
• Ensure all products are merchandised according to planograms and brand standards.
• Monitor shelf space, product rotation (FIFO), price compliance and stock levels.
• Implement and maintain promotional displays and in-store campaigns.

Order Management

• Ensure daily orders are reviewed, manage order frequency and follow-up on deliveries.
• Work closely with distribution for accurate and timely deliveries.
• Manage stock wastage from store, non-deliveries and claims
• Track and report daily/weekly/monthly sales targets and KPI ‘s.
• Provide feedback on sales performance, customer issues and competitor movements.
• Handle returns and ensure adherence to freshness and quality.

Customer Relationship

• Build strong relationships with store owners, store managers and regional managers
• Educate customers on products, pricing and promotions.
• Handle service issues professionally and promptly.
• Design plans with customers to increase sales

Market Intelligence

• Monitor competitor activity: pricing, promotions, packaging and shelf placement.
• Report trends and provide feedback to the Regional Sales Manager and General Manager.
• Identify opportunities for growth within stores or new store openings.

Reporting and Administration

• Maintain accurate sales records, call reports and performance metrics.
• Submit daily/weekly reports on store visits, sales performance and market feedback.
• Track stock levels, orders and stock level through sales data.
• Design plans with customers to increase sales

Effective Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritizing, and self- development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Manage colleagues and employees’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Effectively lead a team of sales representatives
• Manage KPI performance with our merchandisers/merchandising partners

Deadline:11th October,2026

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• We are seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to support our Baking Division in Bushbuckridge.
• The purpose of this role is to drive bread sales growth within the retail trade channel by managing existing retail accounts, growing shelf presence, executing promotions, ensuring product availability, developing and maintaining customer relationships and increasing market share.  The retail trade sales specialist is responsible for delivering volume, visibility and value growth through effective in-store execution and customer relationship management.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric
• Diploma in Sales or Marketing
• Valid driver ‘s licence
• Minimum 3 to 4 years’ experience in a supervisory role in a Retail Trade environment (bread products advantageous)
• At least 3 Years GT sales supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment (FMCG)
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales target in retail.
• Strong understanding of retail dynamics and relationships with personnel.
• Vast experience working with chain stores and independent retailers.
• Excellent Microsoft office skills

Duties & Responsibilities    
Account Management

• Manage and grow a defined portfolio of accounts (Retail, HORECA, Forecourt).
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with regional and store managers
• Plan and execute a structured call cycle to ensure optimal territory coverage.
• Ensure all products are merchandised according to planograms and brand standards.
• Monitor shelf space, product rotation (FIFO), price compliance and stock levels.
• Implement and maintain promotional displays and in-store campaigns.

Order Management

• Ensure daily orders are reviewed, manage order frequency and follow-up on deliveries.
• Work closely with distribution for accurate and timely deliveries.
• Manage stock wastage from store, non-deliveries and claims
• Track and report daily/weekly/monthly sales targets and KPI ‘s.
• Provide feedback on sales performance, customer issues and competitor movements.
• Handle returns and ensure adherence to freshness and quality.

Customer Relationship

• Build strong relationships with store owners, store managers and regional managers
• Educate customers on products, pricing and promotions.
• Handle service issues professionally and promptly.
• Design plans with customers to increase sales

Market Intelligence

• Monitor competitor activity: pricing, promotions, packaging and shelf placement.
• Report trends and provide feedback to the Regional Sales Manager and General Manager.
• Identify opportunities for growth within stores or new store openings.

Reporting and Administration

• Maintain accurate sales records, call reports and performance metrics.
• Submit daily/weekly reports on store visits, sales performance and market feedback.
• Track stock levels, orders and stock level through sales data.
• Design plans with customers to increase sales

Effective Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritizing, and self- development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Manage colleagues and employees’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Effectively lead a team of sales representatives
• Manage KPI performance with our merchandisers/merchandising partners

Deadline:11th October,2026

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• We are seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to support our Baking Division in Nelspruit.
• The purpose of this role is to drive bread sales growth within the retail trade channel by managing existing retail accounts, growing shelf presence, executing promotions, ensuring product availability, developing and maintaining customer relationships and increasing market share.  The retail trade sales specialist is responsible for delivering volume, visibility and value growth through effective in-store execution and customer relationship management.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric
• Diploma in Sales or Marketing
• Valid driver ‘s licence
• Minimum 3 to 4 years’ experience in a supervisory role in a Retail Trade environment (bread products advantageous)
• At least 3 Years GT sales supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment (FMCG)
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales target in retail.
• Strong understanding of retail dynamics and relationships with personnel.
• Vast experience working with chain stores and independent retailers.
• Excellent Microsoft office skills

Duties & Responsibilities    
Account Management

• Manage and grow a defined portfolio of accounts (Retail, HORECA, Forecourt).
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with regional and store managers
• Plan and execute a structured call cycle to ensure optimal territory coverage.
• Ensure all products are merchandised according to planograms and brand standards.
• Monitor shelf space, product rotation (FIFO), price compliance and stock levels.
• Implement and maintain promotional displays and in-store campaigns.

Order Management

• Ensure daily orders are reviewed, manage order frequency and follow-up on deliveries.
• Work closely with distribution for accurate and timely deliveries.
• Manage stock wastage from store, non-deliveries and claims
• Track and report daily/weekly/monthly sales targets and KPI ‘s.
• Provide feedback on sales performance, customer issues and competitor movements.
• Handle returns and ensure adherence to freshness and quality.

Customer Relationship

• Build strong relationships with store owners, store managers and regional managers
• Educate customers on products, pricing and promotions.
• Handle service issues professionally and promptly.
• Design plans with customers to increase sales

Market Intelligence

• Monitor competitor activity: pricing, promotions, packaging and shelf placement.
• Report trends and provide feedback to the Regional Sales Manager and General Manager.
• Identify opportunities for growth within stores or new store openings.

Reporting and Administration

• Maintain accurate sales records, call reports and performance metrics.
• Submit daily/weekly reports on store visits, sales performance and market feedback.
• Track stock levels, orders and stock level through sales data.
• Design plans with customers to increase sales

Effective Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritizing, and self- development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Manage colleagues and employees’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Effectively lead a team of sales representatives
• Manage KPI performance with our merchandisers/merchandising partners

Deadline:11th October,2026

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• The purpose of this role is to manage the plant maintenance function by ensuring the reliability, availability and continuous improvement of plant assets and engineering services. The role provides technical leadership, drives maintenance strategies and risk mitigation initiatives, and supports operational decision-making to enable safe, efficient and cost-effective operations that achieve production and business performance targets.
• RCL FOODS is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Maintenance Manager to join our baking business unit in Pretoria.

Minimum Requirements    

• Must have a Trade in Mechanical/Electrical.
• Must have a N6 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Diploma in Engineering, NQF Level 7 Advanced Diplomas or Bachelor’s Degrees.
• GCC factories (advantageous).
• Must have 6 years experience.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Maintenance Planning & Execution:

• Lead the planning, scheduling and execution of preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance activities to maximise asset availability and minimise production downtime.
• Coordinate shutdowns, major repairs, equipment overhauls and the timely completion of critical maintenance work.

Equipment Reliability & Asset Performance:

• Drive equipment reliability, availability and performance through monitoring, root cause analysis, corrective actions and predictive maintenance initiatives.
• Identify, mitigate and prevent recurring equipment failures and operational risks.

Safety, Health & Compliance:

• Drive compliance with health, safety, environmental and legal requirements across all maintenance activities.
• Promote safe working practices, enforce adherence to site safety standards and maintain statutory inspections and compliance records.

Team Leadership & Capability Development:

• Maintenance Manager Lead, coach and develop maintenance teams by setting clear performance expectations, managing employee performance and succession planning, and fostering a culture of ownership, teamwork, safety and continuous improvement.
• Identify and address technical and leadership development requirements.

Financial & Resource Management:

• Develop and control maintenance operating and capital budgets while optimising labour, contractor, spare parts and repair costs.
• Manage critical spare parts, inventory strategies and capital expenditure planning to support operational reliability and asset sustainability.

Contractor & Supplier Management:

• Manage contractor and supplier performance to ensure adherence to safety, quality, cost and service delivery requirements.
• Evaluate service providers and verify the quality and completion of contracted work.

Maintenance Systems, Continuous Improvement & Operational Support:

• Champion the effective use of maintenance systems and the integrity of maintenance records, technical documentation and asset data.
• Drive continuous improvement, reliability and equipment modernisation initiatives through collaboration with Production, Engineering and other stakeholders to enhance plant performance and maintainability.
• Balance operational requirements with equipment reliability, asset integrity and safe maintenance practices.

Strategic Asset Management:

• Develop and implement long-term maintenance and asset reliability strategies. Assess asset condition and lifecycle requirements, recommending refurbishment, replacement or upgrade solutions to mitigate reliability and obsolescence risks.

Deadline:16th October,2026

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• RCL Foods is recruiting for a driven, highly energized and customer focused Gig Rig Ambassador within the baking business unit.
• The suitable candidate will be responsible to provide entertainment and promote goods, as prescribed by a set activation schedule.  
• This role will be based in Durban and reporting to the Sale and Distribution Executive.
• This role is a Permanent role

Minimum Requirements    
Education and Qualification

• Matric
• Driver’s License 

Experience and Training 

• Minimum 2 years in a similar role

Duties & Responsibilities    
To ensure the timeous commencement of committed promotions.

• arrive at nominated customer half an hour before planned promotion.

To ensure that brand messaging is communicated.

• communicate product range and benefits
• communicate promotion mechanics for regional/national campaigns as per supplied brief/script

To provide entertainment at daily activations

• entertaining potential consumers 
• involving consumers to participate in activities

To promote Sunshine to potential customers at daily activations

• to drive and maximise sales by promoting Sunshine at daily activations

To maintain a high level of organization in the team

• when promotional team is loyal to Sunshine and takes pride in the appearance, accuracy and standard of work
• when team members are led to a high level of productivity and efficiency
• when work is well organized and actioned in priority.

Deadline:15th October,2026

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• We are seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to support our Baking Division in Tzaneen.
• The purpose of this role is to drive bread sales growth within the retail trade channel by managing existing retail accounts, growing shelf presence, executing promotions, ensuring product availability, developing and maintaining customer relationships and increasing market share.  The retail trade sales specialist is responsible for delivering volume, visibility and value growth through effective in-store execution and customer relationship management.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric
• Diploma in Sales or Marketing
• Valid driver ‘s licence
• Minimum 3 to 4 years’ experience in a supervisory role in a Retail Trade environment (bread products advantageous)
• At least 3 Years GT sales supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment (FMCG)
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales target in retail.
• Strong understanding of retail dynamics and relationships with personnel.
• Vast experience working with chain stores and independent retailers.
• Excellent Microsoft office skills

Duties & Responsibilities    
Account Management

• Manage and grow a defined portfolio of accounts (Retail, HORECA, Forecourt).
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with regional and store managers
• Plan and execute a structured call cycle to ensure optimal territory coverage.
• Ensure all products are merchandised according to planograms and brand standards.
• Monitor shelf space, product rotation (FIFO), price compliance and stock levels.
• Implement and maintain promotional displays and in-store campaigns.

Order Management

• Ensure daily orders are reviewed, manage order frequency and follow-up on deliveries.
• Work closely with distribution for accurate and timely deliveries.
• Manage stock wastage from store, non-deliveries and claims
• Track and report daily/weekly/monthly sales targets and KPI ‘s.
• Provide feedback on sales performance, customer issues and competitor movements.
• Handle returns and ensure adherence to freshness and quality.

Customer Relationship

• Build strong relationships with store owners, store managers and regional managers
• Educate customers on products, pricing and promotions.
• Handle service issues professionally and promptly.
• Design plans with customers to increase sales

Market Intelligence

• Monitor competitor activity: pricing, promotions, packaging and shelf placement.
• Report trends and provide feedback to the Regional Sales Manager and General Manager.
• Identify opportunities for growth within stores or new store openings.

Reporting and Administration

• Maintain accurate sales records, call reports and performance metrics.
• Submit daily/weekly reports on store visits, sales performance and market feedback.
• Track stock levels, orders and stock level through sales data.
• Design plans with customers to increase sales

Effective Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritizing, and self- development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Manage colleagues and employees’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Effectively lead a team of sales representatives
• Manage KPI performance with our merchandisers/merchandising partners

Deadline:11th October,2026

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• RCL FOODS is seeking a Millwright  to join our Baking Division. The role will be based in Pretoria West and reports to the Maintenance Manager. 

Minimum Requirements    
Qualifications and experience 

• Millwright Trade
• 3 or more years of post-trade experience 
• PLC/VSD Drives experience
• Experience with panel wiring 
• Ability to prioritize workload 
• Report writing and analysis on job
• Mentoring apprentices 
• Must be able to work shifts and be available on callouts and standby 
• Driver’s license with own transport 
• Hands on experience with installation, maintenance and repairs of machinery such as mixers, ovens, proofers, conveyors, slicers and packaging equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of the machines do not
• Inspect drives, motors, belts, bearings, replace filters and perform other maintenance actions following checklists.
• Be able to comply with Food Safety
• Assemble, install and/or repair, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment on steam and
• Ensure that your department complies with all Health and Safety
• Diagnose and correct mechanical
• Inspect, operate,   and   test   machinery   and equipment to diagnose machine
• Direct and train workers to install, maintain mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Record maintenance and repair work
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Projects and machine installations

Deadline:9th October,2026

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• We are seeking an experienced,proactive & efficient Commodity Procurement Assistant with great interpersonal skills to join our Commodity Procurement Team. The role will report to the Commodity Procurement Manager and will be based at Head Office (Westville).
• This position exists to support the commodity procurement function with administrative functions.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 with Diploma or Degree in Logistics Planning and Supply Chain.
• 1 - 3 years’ experience within the procurement environment.
• Purchasing experience within an FMCG environment would be advantageous.
• Good knowledge of MS Office: Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Relevant SAP experience is crucial (Non negotiable) 
• Supplier contract expereince (SAP)

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Keep track of daily commodity trades – updating of Pricing File
• Logging of trades procured in the Pricing File 
• Update Standard Cost file with parcels that currency will have to be locked at month end. 
• Verify supplier weekly stocks register with the central register.
• Update the FX tracker with new currency purchases, and settlements and set reminders of expiry dates.  
• Ensuring bank currency confirmations are signed by deal 
• Share SAP contract documents with suppliers.
• Update Schedule tracker with SAP Contract number.
• Ensuring that contracts are signed by deal and sent back to the supplier.
• Daily receiving of weighbridge tickets.
• Maintenance of contracts on SAP
• Monitor movement on contracts through the Scheduling Tracker.
• Ensure deliveries received are within contracted volume and within agreed tolerance (Scheduling Tracker)
• Assist the Commodity Procurement Administration Team with vendor queries when necessary.
• Monitor the Pricing File regularly to ensure coverage per month is sufficient. 
• Monitoring of contract volumes against actual oil sold
• Updating register on storage cost and demurrage charges
• Maintaining register on weighbridge variance
• Verifying weekly supplier stock figures against internal recons and supplier stock sheets, this needs to be done weekly through recons sent by Finance. 
• Creating Supplier Storage Charge / Demurrage Cost workflows
• Updating of Monthly Blotter for Finance Manager 

Deadline:15th October,2026