Job Vacancies at RCL FOODS

Description    

• RCL FOODS is searching for a Process Leader to join our Specialty team based on Centurion. The purpose of this role is to supervise the performance of your production lines/department in a specific area of the Plant (including staff / process workers, machinery and material on that line/department) to achieve daily targets to required product specifications, while meeting safety, health and quality standards.

Minimum Requirements    

• Minimum of Grade 12
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience preferably in a unionized food processing plant and FMCG Production.
• Preference will be given to those who have a national diploma in Production Management or are studying towards such.
• Expected to have good Inter-personal communication and leadership skills.
• Be willing to work shifts and flexible hours of work.
• Expected to be computer literate (basics)
• Sound decision making skills.
• Assertiveness and self confidence
• A result driven self-starter.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Production Planning
• Operations Management
• Safety, Health, Risk and Quality Compliance
• Cost control
• Administration and Reporting
• Team Supervision
• Cost management
• Number of rejects
• Product quality
• SHEQ compliance
• Adherence to equipment maintenance schedules
• Production numbers (volumes, line speed)
• Production equipment reliability (e.g. monitoring downtime)
• Production staff retention and staff absenteeism
• Production budget vs expenditure
• Labour costs
• Overtime
• Casual complement actuals vs budget
• Accuracy of reports
• Implementation of processes and procedures
• Adherence to equipment maintenance schedules
• Quality standards met
• Make operational decisions regarding the line/department within set boundaries / procedures, and in line with the daily production plan
• Immediately solve or initiate resolution of all operational and resource problems or issues within line/department within the ambit of responsibility
• Identify ways to minimize waste
• Implement quicker, faster ways of doing things
• Recommend cost saving initiatives
• Recommend innovations, particularly those that will improve plant productivity, actual production and product quality and/or lower costs.

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Job Closing Date:2020/11/06
Description    

• RCL FOODS is on the lookout for a highly skilled Refrigeration Fitter to join the team at the Rustenburg Processing Plant. RCL FOODS expects that the successful candidate would have excellent technical knowledge, exceptional experience in arc and gas welding and cutting in environments with carton freezers, spiral freezer and conveyor belts as well as hold the relevant qualifications and Trade test.
• The Refrigeration fitter will report to the Plant Engineer.

Minimum Requirements    

• Recognised Fitter trade test with at least 3 years’ experience
• Proven knowledge of and work experience with carton freezers, spiral freezers and conveyor belts
• Arc, gas welding and gas cutting experience essential
• Basic workshop equipment experience with lathe, milling machines, etc.
• Ability to take charge on major mechanical breakdowns with good communication and people skills
• FMCG (manufacturing environment) experience would be highly advantageous.
• Own transport

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Perform daily scheduled inspections & planned work as per Job Cards
• Implement and perform scheduled maintenance routines
• Repairs and maintenance of all mechanical equipment.
• Overhauling and assembling of all mechanical equipment.
• Welding, cutting and repairs on stainless steel pipes and structural members. (Basic boiler making)
• Housekeeping
• Adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Adherence to all ISO/HACCP standards and procedures
• Attend to breakdowns. Shift work, Overtime, call-outs and standby required
• Ability to plan work in terms of downtime prevention is essential
• Sourcing of spares costing for planned work

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Closing Date:2020/11/06
Description    

• Are you an enthusiastic and motivated student, ready to tackle the working world?
• RCL FOODS is looking for In-Service Trainees who require practical experience in order to obtain their National Diploma. Our In-Service Trainee programme is concentrated on developing a pipeline of young talent and focuses on selecting young people who have studied towards scarce and critical skills within the business.

Minimum Requirements    

• Completed S4 with an overall academic average of 65% or higher

Duties & Responsibilities    

• RCL FOODS is offering a one year internship opportunity in Engineering: Electrical. This opportunity will be based in Rustenburg and applicants must reside in the area.

This role is suitable for candidates in their final year of studies who need to gain practical experience to complete their qualification.

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Closing Date:2020/11/06
Description    

• Are you an enthusiastic and motivated student, ready to tackle the working world?
• RCL FOODS is looking for In-Service Trainees who require practical experience in order to obtain their National Diploma. Our In-Service Trainee programme is concentrated on developing a pipeline of young talent and focuses on selecting young people who have studied towards scarce and critical skills within the business.

Minimum Requirements    

• Completed S4 with an overall academic average of 65% or higher

Duties & Responsibilities    

• RCL FOODS is offering a one year internship opportunity in Engineering: Electrical. This opportunity will be based in Rustenburg and applicants must reside in the area.

This role is suitable for candidates in their final year of studies who need to gain practical experience to complete their qualification.

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Closing Date:2020/11/04
Description    

• RCL FOODS is currently searching for a Artisan: Fitter to join the Sugar team based in Malelane, Mpumalanga. The role reports to the Mechanical Maintenance Energy foreman and requires an individual with strong experience as a Trade Tested Fitter. The purpose of the role is to provide expertise in maintaining the Sugar plant. Knowledge of Steam turbines and screw compressors essential, boilers and associated components will be an added advantage. Working knowledge of planned maintenance systems is essential.

Minimum Requirements    

• N2 Trade theory plus trade test certificate in mechanical Fitting.
• Minimum of three years working experience as a trade tested Artisan: Fitter.
• Knowledge of Steam turbines and screw compressors essential.
• Knowledge of boilers and associated components will be an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of planned maintenance systems.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be prepared to work planned and unplanned overtime.
• Must be able to perform RCA and fault finding
• To be considered for appointment, candidate must be a South African citizen

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Maintenance and inspection as per job card.
• Breakdowns.
• Work in accordance to qualifications in trade.
• Assist in breakdown work in other sections.
• Work with overhead crane, including rigging of heavy equipment
• Standby duties.
• Safety work and inspections as per job card (housekeeping).
• New projects and installations.
• Planned & un-planned overtime.
• Control of budget.
• Maintenance of valves, pumps, gearboxes and conveying systems, Boilers and auxiliaries, Steam turbines and general mechanical plant.
• Inspection and maintenance of pressure vessels.
• Carry out detailed daily inspections on mechanical equipment.
• Carry out scheduled and preventative maintenance.
• Off crop planning and maintenance.
• Comply with all safety rules, as per RCL Foods Sugar & Milling and OSHA requirements.
• Maintain and uphold RCL Foods Sugar & Milling Quality standards (High Standard of workman ship)

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Closing Date:2020/11/03
Description    

• RCL FOODS is seeking to employ a qualified and experienced Millwright to perform routine preventive maintenance and ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of the machines do not deteriorate. The role will be based at the Pretoria West Buns and Rolls baking site and report to the Maintenance Foreman.

Minimum Requirements    

• N4 Mechanical/Electrical Engineering plus trade test
• PLC/VSD Drives experience will be an advantage
• Knowledge in mixers, dividers, proofers and conveyor systems
• Oven burners and bakery equipment
• Ability to communicate on all levels.
• Ability to work systematically.
• Ability to prioritize workload.
• Report writing and analysis.
• Mentoring apprentices.
• Must be able to work shifts and be available on callouts and standby if required

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 deteriorate.
• Inspect drives, motors, belts, bearings, replace filters and perform other maintenance actions following checklists.
• Be able to comply with Food safety standards, and previous FMCG experience will be an advantage
• Assemble, install and / or repair, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment on steam and waterlines
• Ensure that your department complies with all Health and Safety requirements.
• Diagnose and correct mechanical problems.
• Inspect, operate, and test machinery and equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Direct and train workers to install, maintain, mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Record maintenance and repair work performed.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Projects and machine installations

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Closing Date:2020/11/03
Description    

• RCL FOODS is seeking to employ a qualified and experienced Fitter to support the Engineering and Maintenance department by maintaining and repairing plant assets and coaching artisan assistants. RCL FOODS excepts that suitable incumbent to perform mechanical maintenance within the plant. The role will be based at our Animal Feed plant in Pietermaritzburg and will report to the Maintenance Manager.

Minimum Requirements    

• Fitter Trade Test with Feed Milling experience
• Must have Code EB license & own transport.
• Turning qualification and experience will be an added advantage
• Must have mechanical and applicable electrical experience and fault finding.
• Ability to do machining will be an advantage.
• Boiler, Steam, pumps, pneumatic and hydraulic experience would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Maintenance program will be an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Ability to co-ordinate maintenance and projects.
• Prepared to work shifts, standby, call outs, week-ends and overtime when required.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Physically fit and able to work in a demanding environment.
• Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills, attention to detail.
• Must have the ability to work on MS office

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Contributes to Functional Strategy into Action
• Actions, and initiates SIA actions especially with regards to asset management.

Operational Maintenance

• Implements Operational asset productivity and care through the planned maintenance strategy by:
• Noting and raising maintenance issues with the maintenance manager
• Maintains workshop appearance and image through good housekeeping practices.
• Fault finds on mechanical equipment to ascertain and repair faults to ensure production can continue.
• Attends to mechanical breakdowns timeously to minimise production downtime.
• Conducts planned maintenance as per job card schedule and signs off job once job has been completed send to the planner to keep a feedback into the On Key system.
• Conducts routine checks on boilers and compressors.
• Required to manufacture small parts on an ad hoc basis to ensure production is not compromised and to ensure equipment is maintained to an acceptable standard.
• Required to overhaul pellet mill rolls, pumps and gearboxes when required.

Implementation of Safety Health Environment, Risk and Quality (SHEQ)

• Implements and complies to health and Safety procedures
• Ensure that documentation required within the Total Integrated Management system (TIMS), is applied consistently within scope of function.

Stock Control

• Completes a spares requisition to draw spares from stores or for direct purchases.

Team Leadership

• Guides, trains and coordinates the functions of the artisan assistant

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Closing Date:2020/11/06
Description    

• Debtors Clerk position based in Benoni Bakery reporting to the Accountant with full function of debtors. As a specialist, the job holder is expected to: make operational decisions that fall within the ambit of responsibility solve most operational and resourcing problems within the ambit of responsibility. To ensure the company policies and procedures are adhered to in respect of handling debtor accounts.

Minimum Requirements    

• Relevant experience on Syspro.
• 3-5 years working experience in debtors collection.
• Minimum Grade 12 certificate

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Filing invoices and credits returned from customers.
• Scan POD’s into Capisol system
• Capture debtor payments daily from bank statements and allocate to customer accounts.
• Reconcile chain store payments to Syspro account statements.
• Reconcile customer & cash customer’s payments to Syspro statements & outstanding.
• Reconcile CMGJ
• Manage claims on Spar Gateway system
• Prepare outstanding claims to process credits
• Sending required PODs to customers
• Sending customer statements
• Chain store statements
• Monitor prepaid customers
• Enter credit notes for discounts and rebates and price claims
• Opening of cash customer accounts
• Follow up on cash outstanding/other account queries
• Handling customer queries
• Balancing with intergroup sales
• Discount & Rebate reports
• Preparing Age Analysis
• Assist drivers in cash customer queries
• Assist vansheet clerks on driver corrections
• Manage suspended orders
• Ensure that debtors accounts are aged correctly.
• All statements must be submitted in an accurate manner.
• Irregularities must be reported to the credit controller or FM.
• Ensure that customer queries on designated accounts are resolved timeously.
• Stale sales invoices processed daily.
• Sales Functions
• Enter price deals
• Manage route/customer prices
• Prepare workflow of new customer accounts
• Debtors Files
• Ensure that designated debtors files are updated with all filing as required.
• Documents are easily accessible
• POD/s must be easily accessible
• To assist FM/Accountant with administrative duties
• Ensure that all adhoc duties are performed to the satisfaction of the FM
• Receive, balance and bank cash receive for Stale bread, bread crumb sales, Debtors, and any other sales.
• Handling of petty cash (refills, capturing on Syspro and issuing of receipts)

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Closing Date:2020/11/10
Description    
Does a combination of commercial and finance appeal to you?

• RCL FOODS is currently searching for a highly experienced Management Accountant to join the Sugar team based in Malelane, Mpumalanga. The role reports to the Commercial Manager and requires an analytical individual who wants to expand their commercial and costing experience. The Management Accountant will be responsible for all commercial & finance functions within our RCL Agriculture Operations & providing some support services to our Agriculture Joint-Venture operations. The candidate will need to implement business plans, conduct forecasts and drive finance systems within the RCL FOODS - Sugar business unit specific to Cane Operations. The successful incumbent will need to manage effective cost controls through frequent interactions across various departments and ensure compliance of policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements    

• BCom Accounting Honours or CIMA or CA(SA) Qualification
• Minimum of 4 Years’ experience in Finance/Commercial accounting role for non-CA(SA) or CIMA Qualified applicants.
• Management accounting experience, including commercial costing and exposure to processing or manufacturing environments will be advantageous
• Sugar industry experience will be advantageous
• Sound financial accounting experience and completed articles.
• Advanced MS Excel is a prerequisite.
• SAP experience will be an added advantage.
• The ability to pay attention to detail and accuracy is critical to this position
• The individual should be action-orientated and self-starting with well-developed communication skills.
• To be considered for appointment, candidate must be a South African citizen.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Support Financial Management of RCL Foods Sugar within our Cane Operations.
• Cost Control through liaison with Department Managers.
• Maintain Production Process on SAP system.
• Enforcing Company Policies and Procedures.
• Compiling Monthly Management and Deviation Reports.
• Compiling Annual Business Plan, periodic forecasting and identifying risks and opportunities.
• Assist with capital applications and report on progress with capital expenditure.
• Focus on compiling Management Reports including Balance Sheets and Cash Flow.
• Compiling Weekly and Monthly Cash Flow Forecast.
• Assist Line Management with Decision Making Models.
• Compiling board packs when applicable.
• Assisting Line Management with the Management of Service Contracts.
• Keep a schedule of Financial Operating Procedures

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Closing Date:2020/11/05
Description    

• RCL FOODS is currently searching for a Commercial Executive to join our Head Office in Westville. The successful incumbent will lead the provision of strategic, continuous and direct commercial support and insight to the RWS Customer Director and Customer Leadership team; provide guidance around performance delivery and cost control. Further to this, they will play an integrating role for and on behalf of the Customer teams and Business Units within a matrix structure. They drive the delivery of enhanced customer and category profitability and costing information designed to unlock margin opportunities and assist in focused strategic decision-making; set targets & budgets for customer teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer investment strategies and most appropriate target framework for the Customer team. The Commercial Executive will also be responsible for the implementation of tools to deliver enhanced profitability via product/customer mix, support Customer related growth agenda, including alternate Route to Market and lead the ROI agenda to ensure optimization of customer spend. The goal is to drive in Year performance (by managing both sales growth and cost of growth) to target levels, while also business partnering on pricing engagements, terms negotiations, customer joint business planning, and sales overheads.

Minimum Requirements    

• CIMA, Qualified CA (SA), or MBA preferred
• FMCG industry experience essential
• 8 – 10 years’ experience in financial, operational and business partnering roles
• Experience in leading business / cross functional projects
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Ability to make an impact in a complex environment, manage parallel tasks and challenge pro-actively
• Strong integrity, objectivity and independence of judgement
• High external customer orientation and engagement.
• Ability to identify and define simplification and automation opportunities

Duties & Responsibilities    
Strategy Contribution and Execution

• Work in conjunction with the Commercial Executive to co-create the commercial strategy, based on a 1 to 3 year view of requirements
• Provide and promote the Commercial perspective in the 3 year Customer growth strategy
• Evaluate the outlook and potential across the portfolio of customer / channel to create the best performance framework for the year ahead
• Assess, articulate & drive actions to address risks and opportunities across the portfolio of customers to optimise in year performance
• Work closely with the Customer and Business Unit Commercial teams to ensure the delivery of their respective strategies

Profitability Analysis & Reporting

• Drive enhanced customer and product profitability information designed to improve Net Revenue, unlock margin opportunities and recommend ways to optimise customer and product profitability.
• Analyse variances in product profitability reports
• Provide support and regular feedback on performance
• Monthly feedback on the financial performance of the Customer performance
• Manage the on-going advancement of a suite of standard commercial reports that will provide insight, stimulate further discussion and assist in decision making for the Customer team
• Identify opportunities for value added reporting to improve the quality and content of reporting and messaging into senior management.
• Provide sustained support to customers, particularly those who raise specific queries.
• Compile and analyse various reports for the month-end reporting as well as other ad hoc reports and presentations for leadership and Exec meetings.
• Ensure that the culture of using information to drive performance management is well established within the Customer RWS team.

Spend Analysis, Cost Control and Management

• Conduct the spend variance analysis by investigating major variances against budgets, targets and prior years.
• Compile appropriate reports that highlight issues to management based on findings.
• Continuously consider cost saving opportunities or areas where waste/inefficiencies can be eliminated and influence corrective action
• Implement uniform, standardized process and controls to manage in year spend and drive governance and accountability with Customer teams
• Drive the design of data platforms to support effective information and insight
• Measurement of promotional effectiveness

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Assume responsibility for compiling key aspects of the annual budget up to the Net Revenue line in the Income Statement
• Ensure adherence to deadlines and timeframes as agreed by the Business.
• Communicate with key internal personnel in order to gather information for analysis and interpretation.
• Plan and allocate tasks and monitor progress according to set timelines and ensure feedback to Senior Management.

Commercial Insight and Technical Expertise

• Provide calculations, detailed analysis and associated recommendations emanating from any and all queries that arise as a result of Customer requests, changes in business operations, or the economic climate
• Provide expertise in cross functional team meetings and recommend solutions based on insights and findings.
• Provide practical commercial expertise and insights to external clients as part of regular engagement and/or ad hoc requests.
• Participate in or lead work streams to drive best practice in key challenge areas such as ROI, gross margin, or sustainability in order to fuel growth
• Proactively seek opportunities to share best practice within wider Commercial team and look at the implementation of best practices.
• Instill a ROI focus across accounts.

Customer Pricing Support

• Calculate and provide prompt and accurate pricing information for price negotiations.
• Attend pricing negotiations where required to settle pricing with customers
• Provide continuous pricing support regarding profitability to ensure that products are sold at targeted margins.
• Drive commercial conversations and answer related queries from customers
• Ensure product and channel profitability objectives are achieved when setting new pricing

New Product Development (NPD) Support

• Business case review for new products and spec amendments, once complied by Commercial Team(costings, risk/opportunity analyses, scenario planning, providing recommendations)
• Review of Customer product strategies post implementation including KPI achievements, mix comparisons and further opportunities
• NPD performance tracking, board reporting and presentation
• Portfolio Analysis from a Customer and Category lens, encompassing product rationalisation, mix comparisons and other business improvement opportunities to drive category and brand profitability
• Cross functional business partnering and key stakeholder management