Jobs at Lactalis South Africa

Job Overview:

• Accountable for the effective planning and replenishing, in a cost-effective manner, all bill of materials to meet the production plan. This includes, but is not limited to, packaging and packaging related items and raw materials (bulks and ingredients). Any risk must be highlighted and managed to ensure continuity of supply.

Requirements:

• National Diploma / B Degree in Operations Management / Logistics / Supply Chain / Accounting / Purchasing
• CPIM / CSCA will be an advantage
• Computer literate – MS Office – Advanced Excel Skills
• Relevant experience in Supply Chain
• 3 years’ operational experience in a FMCG production environment
• Sound understanding and knowledge of MRP / MPS logic

Required Skills    

• Key Behavioural Dimensions and Skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good planning, time management & analytical skills
• Good organisational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent service orientation
• Good presentation skills
• Good understanding of business processes and systems
• Consistent application of operational priorities
• Proactive and energetic with high level of attention to detail/accuracy
• Logical thinking & information seeking skills
• Self-starter with ability to use initiative
• Organisational commitment and integrity
• Ability to work well within a team environment

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Co-ordinate and maintain the replenishment schedule and analyze the schedule by doing “what if” scenarios and report on progress.
• Highlight and identify resource constraints and recommend processes to eliminate resource constraints.
• Suggest batch size changes, re-routing of products and outsourcing/purchasing of additional materials.
• Identify and highlight critical material shortages and products which are at risk.
• Compare net requirements against scheduled receipts in monthly periods using extracts from MPS.
• Manage and maintain planning reports – MRP/Risk File.
• Interact and problem solve all daily customer queries and resolve with the necessary sense of urgency.
• Manage and maintain the Supplier relationships.
• Manage Import documentation and permit applications and liaise with Rohlig regarding shipments.
• Assist QA and other departments with CoA’s and other queries.
• Continuously review and improve relevant system parameters, such as safety stocks, re-order points and lot sizes, also keeping MRP master data correct and up to date.
• To liaise with Procurement department to secure volumes and manage suppliers.
• To set up and run daily, weekly, and monthly control reports.
• Provide forecasts to suppliers and procurement to ensure contracts are in place on time and suppliers can meet delivery requirements.
• Daily order management.

Deadline:3rd May,2026

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Job Overview:

• Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of equipment and Machinery

Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent
• Trade tested as a Millwright
• Relevant Tetrapak certifications specifically A3 compact Flex, Tetra packaging equipment and Processing Equipment VTIS, Aseptic packaging a prerequisite
• 5 to 8 years FMCG Maintenance experience with at least 3 years gained in a UHT environment
• Knowledge and experience of PLC and Automated control systems
• Knowledge and experience of industrial automation and control
• Demonstrated problem solving ability
• Must be prepared to work overtime (scheduled/unscheduled) outside normal hours – Saturday work is required on a rotational basis.
• Must be able work shifts
• Must be prepared to do standby

Required Skills    
Key Behavioural Dimensions and Skills:

• Good analytical, planning and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Good time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Customer Orientated
• Pro-active and energetic and the ability to take own initiative
• Team player

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Check and maintain UHT equipment according to HACCP and ISO standards
• Carry out all planned preventative maintenance inspections and tasks as per maintenance plan and job cards allocated
• Perform weekly routine checks and maintenance as per Tetra standards
• Assist Tetra with major services as and when required
• Ensure that all breakdown repair work is completed on equipment
• Conduct problem root cause and failure analysis where machinery failure and quality deviations are prolonged and repetitive breakdowns are experienced
• Ensure that deviations encountered are communicated to relevant parties
• Ensure that job cards are generated for planned maintenance and breakdowns
• Ensure ongoing review of job cards in order to identify problems and corrective actions
• Ensure minimum downtime on all equipment
• Maintain monthly and daily efficiency targets
• Communicate technical information to staff and internal customers
• Ensure that all documentation and reports are completed
• Propose and action improvements to processes and procedures
• Participate in and drive continuous improvement plans and actions
• Participate in and drive projects and maintenance initiatives
• Assist in other maintenance areas as and when required

Deadline:3rd May,2026

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Job Overview:

• Responsible for supervising staff and management of the Quality Control laboratories i.e., Analytical Chemistry
• Laboratory and Microbiological Laboratory. Maintain GLP routines within the testing laboratories to ensure results reliability and overall laboratory performance. Ensure that all Staff in the Laboratories and In-Line QC Analysts are competent to carry out the required quality control activities necessary to minimize analytical failures, product quality failures, raw materials non-compliance, process failures and ensure Finished Goods compliance. Drive efficiency within the laboratories to ensure timely release of ingredients and Finished Products.

Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12
• National Diploma/Degree in Food Technology or Biotechnology/Microbiology or Biochemistry
• 5-8 years’ experience in a Quality Control role within a factory environment (Management/supervisory role)
• In-depth Knowledge and working experience of ISO 17025 standards and LIMS systems
• Practical knowledge/experience in GC, HPLC, FTIR, ICP-OES etc would be advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of Food Safety Management System (development and implementation).
• Good knowledge of GMPs, PRPs, HACCP, VACCP & TACCP
• Computer literate (Excel)
• Knowledge of both Microbiological and Chemistry operations required

Required Skills    
Key Behavioural Skills:

• Excellent organizational skills, planning, time management & analytical skills
• Good verbal and written communication & facilitation skills (presentation)
• Pro-active and energetic with a high level of attention to detail/accuracy
• Excellent People Management and Interpersonal skills
• Good understanding of business processes and systems
• Intermediate to advanced level of computer literacy (Excel)
• Organizational commitment and integrity
• Logical thinker & information seeking skills
• Ability to manage and lead a team
• Self-starter with ability to use initiative
• Good customer service orientation

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establishes and upholds quality control objectives while aligning them with production procedures in collaboration with the Site Quality Manager to optimize quality, reliability, and cost-efficiency.
• Maintains high level of GLP practices in both the Chemistry and Microbiology Laboratories in line with ISO 17025 requirements and through the relevant proficiency schemes.
• Supervise the Quality Control personnel, ensuring continual control of materials, facilities, services, and products within the Department. Coaches, counsels, and disciplines employees.
• Devise and implement methods and protocols for monitoring work activities, such as creating expenditure records and progress reports, to keep management informed regarding the ongoing status of work operations.
• Organizes, promotes and plans training initiatives related to quality and reliability.
• Manage staff performance through the Company Performance Management program with an emphasis on succession. Ensure initial and continuing departmental personnel training is carried out and recorded
• Formulate and execute a Workplace Skills Plan in conjunction with the HR Department
• Analyzes and resolves work-related issues or aids employees in addressing these concerns.
• Interprets company policies to employees and enforces these policies and practices.
• Investigating customer complaints concerning quality and making necessary recommendations to the Site Quality Manager and Formulations Scientist.
• Approve specifications, sampling instructions, test methods, and other Quality Control procedures.
• Ensure systems within the department are designed, implemented, and continuously improved upon to deliver meaningful and accurate information.
• Ensure Health and Safety standards, and all Regulatory and in-house policies, continued product integrity, and operator safety are upheld.
• Ensure the application of GLP standards by staff at all levels is managed to ensure products and materials are analyzed to the appropriate standards.
• Manage departmental financial, SHE, HR, and GMP responsibilities and activities.
• Set Annual Budgets and Quarterly/Monthly Forecasts
• Plan, lead, allocate, and manage departmental activities, resources, and tasks by agreed budgets, service/delivery targets, and daily/weekly/monthly plans.
• Ensure products are produced, tested, and stored according to the required SOP’s and documentation and improved to ensure compliance with GMP/GLP regulations/standards and the product license
• Complete all records and reports timeously and accurately as described in the relevant SOPs, protocols, and associated documentation.
• Ensure the required resources, systems, and SOPs are reviewed, authorized, and are regularly monitored, and adapted.
• Investigate and initiate corrective actions for all quality defects
• Maintain independence when making decisions relating to the approval or rejection of starting materials, packaging materials, intermediate, bulk, and finished products
• Promote diversity, equal opportunity, and fair treatment in the workplace

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Job Description    

• The purpose of this role is to lead the Health, Safety and Environment function, looking after Lactalis companies in South Africa, Botswana, eSwatini and Mozambique (Lactalis Southern Africa Zone).  We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Regional Head of Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) to join our team.  s an experienced Regional Head of SHE, the incumbent will oversee all aspects of occupational risk, health, safety and environmental management for the Lactalis companies in the Southern Africa Zone. The incumbent will be responsible for leading the development of the Safety, Health, and Environment policies, framework guidelines and objectives in line with the Group Policies and legislative requirements, as well as leading the development of standards, processes and systems incorporating the setting of targets reporting, performance tracking, assurance and change management to facilitate the implementation of the policy while enhancing Lactalis’ reputation, creating value for stakeholders and mitigating risk. The incumbent will be based in South Africa and will report to the Industrial Executive

Required Skills    
Qualification Health & Safety / Environment / Engineering 

• Professional certification within the environmental or occupational health and safety industry (e.g., ISO / SAIOSH / SACA /SAMTRAC / NADSAM/ NEBOSH) will be an added advantage
• 10+ years relevant experience (preferably a portion of which has been gained in an FMCG environment, with experience of working in Africa)
• Experience in the development and implementation of SHE management systems, compliant to ISO 14001 and 45001 standards and any other relevant standards
• Experience managing a team, change management and project management
• Sound knowledge of current SHE issues, methodologies, and practices.
• A strong working knowledge of SHE processes including HIRA, Root Cause Analysis, Lock Out Tag Out, PPE Assessments, Behaviour Based Safety, Ergonomics, Design Safety Reviews, Permit to Work, Contractor safety management etc.
• A strong knowledge of SHE and industrial hygiene regulations
• Business acumen and good decision-making skills with strong leadership skills.
• Proven customer orientation, assertiveness and problem-solving skills in a high pace and demanding business environment.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independent as well as part of a team.
• Advance MS Excel skills.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• To oversee the SHE function and all related issues within the Southern Africa region operations with a strong focus on continuous improvement.
• Lead the development of the Group Management Strategy and Policy on safety, health, and environment, based on key safety management focus areas as ratified by the Executive Committee.
• Lead, manage, inspire and motivate the SHE professionals in the company
• Ensure that Group level policies and procedures related to SHE are developed and rolled out by management and SHE professionals at all Lactalis sites.
• Ensure that SHE compliance assurance programs are implemented and monitored and reporting of SHE key performance indicators is undertaken regularly.
• Identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential environmental and occupational hazards, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, and developing and implementing safety, health and environmental programs to minimize risk in line with Group policies and applicable legislation.
• Co-ordinate implementation of all SHE programs and processes. 
• Prepare and build consensus annual plans for facility/function wide SHE initiatives. Obtain required permits for the companies within the Zone
• Support EIA and relevant permit applications
• Participate in Construction risk reviews
• Give direction to contractors to ensure compliance with Lactalis Policies and Procedures.
• Lead all activities related to property loss prevention 
• Support the insurance team where relevant especially with activities related to fire risk management.
• Support projects activities and provide guidance on matters related to SHE
• Plan/Budget/Control annual capital budget for SHE to enable execution of the SHE plans and adherence to all internal and external compliance standards.
• Provide SHE expertise for all new projects and change management activities
• Ensure appropriate risk assessments are conducted and follow ups implemented to minimize or eliminate accidents, asset losses that might cause harm to one of the company’s employees, contractors, visitors
• Ensure that the appropriate talent is in place through training, mentoring, and succession planning and supports development and learning capabilities of SHE professionals.
• Ensure training and coaching are taking place to drive a safety-perfect culture and to ensure safety standards and awareness are well understood throughout the organisation.
• Train and manage the technical team cross-functionally with regards to SHE Assurance.
• Initiate and lead the comprehensive analysis of global, regional and industry trends in safety, health and environment management, practices, and developments; undertake studies and engage with industry thought leaders to shape and influence step changes in Lactalis safety, health, and environment management.
• Initiate and lead the comprehensive analysis of internal Lactalis operational trends, incidents, practices, and developments and prioritise the critical focus areas for intervention.
• Act as an Ambassador for the Health, Safety and Environment discipline within the Group's Operations both nationally by forging influential relationships at the highest levels and across the market
• Perform any other SHE related activities required

Deadline:24th April,2026