Job Openings at Astral Foods Ltd

The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Managing staff in a disciplined and effective manner.
• Keeping accurate records.
• Achieving targets and objectives.
• Preparing budgets, managing and controlling running expenses.
• Managing strict bio-security protocols.
• Managing and control of Health and Safety requirements and laws.
• Implementing and maintaining 20 Keys.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Minimum of a grade 12 education.
• Minimum of 8 to 10 years of poultry Broiler farm management experience.
• Passionate, self-motivated and performance driven.
• A team player with the ability to manage staff.
• Must be pro-active and be able to work accurately and independently.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Knowledge, understanding and application of labour regulations and legislation.
• Working hours are irregular and include weekend duties.
• Required to live on site.

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The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Managing flocks of 34 800 broiler breeder females/site located on 5 different production
• Managing 75 staff on the farm.
• Maintaining the Company’s assets and constantly striving to improve results.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• A Matric Qualification.
• A relevant qualification in agriculture will be an added advantage.
• It is essential that the candidate have extensive experience in broiler breeders and a passion in implementing 20 keys.
• Be in possession of high standards towards housekeeping and attention to detail.
• Computer knowledge will be an added advantage.
• The successful applicant must be self-motivated and have excellent people skills.

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The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Manage and ensure that the chicks packed comply with specification and requirements.
• Conduct Hatchery inspections daily (Area of Responsibility).
• Maintain the HACCP system, ISO 22000 implementation, DAFF and OHS Regulations and issues.
• Complete all records and corrective actions daily for signature of the Hatchery Manager and Hatchery Foreman.
• Communicate to the food safety team and Production staff of any problems or improvements in production.
• Implement  all activities necessary to maintain the efficiency of the Food safety system In the hatchery.
• Monitor every process involved in the production of a product.
• Complete all check sheets of inspection processes and protocols used within Festive.
• Responsible to identify the problems and issues regarding quality of the products and also has to make recommendation to the supervisor.
• Maintain 20 Keys.
• Report any damages of any machinery and equipment on a corrective action form to the foreman or manager.
• Get involved in the OHS day to day issues.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Must have a Matric Certificate.
• Must have a Poultry Meat Examiner qualification and a relevant diploma.
• Ability to speak English and a second official language.
• Must be able to communicate at all levels.
• Must be able to work in a high pressured environment.
• Must be willing to work shifts and overtime including weekends and public holidays.
• Sound Knowledge of FSSC 22000, GMP requirements and Quality Management Systems.
• Must be proactive, have good management, communication and interpersonal skills as well as problem solving and planning skills.

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The ideal candidate will be responsible for: 

• Establishing strong relationships with all Wholesale, Independent and Catering Customers
• Professionally respond to all inbound sales inquiries
• Interaction with Liaison Manager for new business opportunities
• Sales administration
• Promoting and growing the county fair brands and range with new and existing customers
• Interacting and negotiating products and prices with our existing and new clients
• Work towards a healthy on-shelf display of all our products across all categories 
• Maintaining and grow your customer base by looking for new business opportunities
• Plan, manage, coordinate and attend trade shows and exhibitions as required
• Manage assigned territory.
• Gather and communicate Market Intelligence/Adverts to improve our competitive advantage
• Keep control and maximize shelf space, and on-shelf availability (OSA) of all County Fair products and do quality checks
• Complete weekly Wholesale/ Independent price surveys
• Ensure good time management and regular customer visits/calls. 
• Daily focus on stock sheet for stock movement  
• Daily handling of customer complaints
• Maintaining good customer service and business relationships with all customers
• Servicing internal and external customers effectively
• Communicating out of stocks to customers
• Recording and communication of store fridge breakdowns, chillers and freezer temperature deviations
• Returns management according to the Company’s return policy
• Accountable to drive daily targets set out by the business, either to meet or exceed targets
• Ensure daily KPI’s are met

The successful candidate will meet the following requirements:

• Computer literate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills
• Excellent administration and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and swift resolution of queries within the scope of the role
• Basic understanding of the 20 Keys concept is essential;
• Able to work independently and have attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work within a team environment is a key requirement
• Able to multi-task and assist with other duties within the department as assigned from time-to-time
• Must be bilingual with reference to the customer base
• Grade 12 qualification is essential
• A sales and marketing related tertiary qualification will be an added advantage
• Sales experience in the FMCG sector is essential and within the Poultry industry is a great advantage
• Must have a reliable vehicle with a valid code 8 driver’s license

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The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Start-up and running of processing plant.
• Maintenance of equipment.
• Fault finding.
• Order spares, follow up on orders.
• Daily attending to breakdowns in processing plant.
• Maintaining and implementing the continuous improvement programme (20 keys) as well as the Health, Safety and Environmental programme.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Qualified Electrician (Red Seal).
• Minimum of 2 years maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Experience and knowledge of PLC’s.
• Experience of MEYN evisceration equipment will be advantageous.
• Must be computer literate – MS Office.
• Ammonia experience will be advantageous.
• Must have driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Initiative and ability to progress in a multi-skilled environment, a willingness to learn as well as personal and professional integrity are key requirements.
• Strong administrative, organizational, interpersonal and time management skills.
• The candidate should be hardworking, honest and self-motivated.
• Ability to cope under pressure.
• Must be prepared to work overtime, shifts and/or standby.
• Fluent in English and another language will be preferable.

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Qualifications: 

• Must be a qualified Artisan
• Minimum N4 qualification mechanical and electrical theory. 
• N6 Diploma Electrical and Wireman's certificate advantageous. 
• PLC and VSDs certificate

Experience:

• Previous experience in electrical/repair of poultry Processing and Rendering Plant equipment will be advantageous
• Proven experience in a supervisory role

The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Routine maintenance on all Rendering Plant equipment
• Dealing with all unscheduled processing interruptions resulting from breakdown
• Full control of production processes and responsibility for maintaining production standards
• 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
• Continued interaction and communication with senior management
• Maintaining and implementing the 20 Keys principles, including Health & Safety of the department

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Computer literacy – MS Office
• Strong administrative, organizational, interpersonal and time management skills
• 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
• Must have reliable transport