New Vacancies at RCL Foods

Job Description    

• At RCL FOODS we see and do things differently, we think bigger, work smarter and as a team collectively work towards achieving our ambition, to Grow What Matters! 
• RCL FOODS is seeking a Inward Handling Clerk to join our Groceries Division. The position will report to the Raw Material Coordinator and will be based in Randfontein.
• RCL FOODS would require you as the Inward Handling Clerk to:
• To Ensure effective intake of Raw Materials and processing of all intake documents.  
• Implement and maintain all SHEQ policies and training.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12
• Understanding of inward logistics and raw material handling
• Experience as a forklift driver will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Syspro/SAP/ MS Office

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Daily stock count to be done on all bulk raw materials and by-products, counts to be captured and communicated to management
• Intake register to be completed of all incoming and outgoing loads and communicated to management
• Printing and recording of all loading documents
• Daily processing of all documents for loads received
• Daily GRN’s to be done on System for loads received 
• Processing of staff time sheets and submitting for sign off
• Load leave workflows and submit for approval
• Conduct SHEQ training (toolbox talks) and submit training registers to relevant departments
• Manage all assets, inspect and monitor safe usage and that no equipment is misused
• Maintain records of inspections done
• Monthly SHE inspections to be done and signed off
• GMP audit findings investigations and closing of findings
• Implementation and training of all policies and procedures
• Update notice boards with policy changes, new policies and regulation information as well as additional informational content
• Raise job cards on system for maintenance requirements
• Raise non-conformances on system as and when required
• Reorder PPE in line with annual requirements and when required
• Ensure Office equipment, canteen and change rooms requirements are sufficient and reorder as required
• Complete requisitions and ensure orders are placed for all intake requirements (such as tea and coffee, stationary etc)

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Job Description    

• At RCL FOODS we grow what matters!!!
• We at RCL FOODS are in search for a SHERQ Compliance Officer to join our Vector Division. The role will be based in Bloemfontein and report to the SHERQ Co-ordinator. RCL FOODS is looking for an incumbent to:
• Make decisions and offer guidance at regional operational levels directly impacting the strategic management of the operation.
• Ensure that management and organizational accountability in legislative requirements are addressed, requiring high-level discretion.
• Be a strategic and innovative thinker, with high problem-solving competencies and be systematic in his/her approach.
• Immediately solve all challenges and problems with the ambit of responsibility.
• Identify and implement innovations, particularly those that will improve conformance with industry and statutory requirements and reduce costs

Minimum Requirements    

• A degree or diploma in Food Science/Technology, Applied Science or like discipline
• A minimum of 3 years working in a food hygiene and/or health and safety environment implementing food safety and health and safety policies
• Experience in the implementation and management of ISO systems
• Valid Code EB drivers

Duties & Responsibilities    
Legislative and Policy Compliance

• Ensure compliance with the Food Safety and the OHSACT and regulations.
• Ensure the region and sites has have the current Vector quality and food safety standards and procedures in place.
• Ensure documentation completion and submission requirements are adhered to.
• Ensure all internal policies are aligned to legislative requirements and best practices.
• Review and update all SHERQ procedures and checklists.

Operational Compliance Support and Auditing

• Co-ordinate the development, implementation and management of a standardized integrated SHERQ management system as per the required standard.
• Conduct internal audits and inspections.
• Implement and maintain quality tools to ensure quality control and compliance.
• Provide management and staff training Ensure that all traceability and recalls procedures are followed
• Accompany inspectors during on-site inspections and respond to regulatory non-compliance
• Maintain the HACCP system and other safety information and documentation
• Implement, administer, monitor and maintain the warehouse foods safety programme and associated documentation
• Update all SHE & food safety systems, lists and files
• Ensure that fire prevention and emergency procedures are identified and implemented.
• Conduct workplace and job-specific hazard analysis to identify potential hazards
• Evaluate the effectiveness of risk control measures and recommend changes
• Maintain risk registers
• Communicate risk control and risk management information by analyzing data, developing indicators, producing and presenting required reports and advising management accordingly.
• Liaise with external bodies eg. Department of Labour, fire department, contractors, service providers and emergency services with regard to local governmental compliance requirements and best practices.

Incident Investigation

• Conduct post-incident investigations in order to identify root causes and determine appropriate preventative and corrective action
• Ensure proper administration of the incident reporting and investigation system, legal documents and registers
• Analyze and investigate customer complaints. Facilitate interventions to address the problem and monitor improvements
• Seek continual improvement in the SHERQ space by regularly monitoring regional and site activities and assessing new developments' implications.

Communication and Reporting

• Analyse data, develop leading indicators, determine trends and produce and present required reports to advise management accordingly.
• Engage with external bodies (eg. Department of Health and service providers) regarding compliance requirements and best practices.
• Advise project managers regarding the requirements of contractors on site, safety files etc.
• Ensure food safety and safety meetings are held and minutes are communicated

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Job Description    

• RCL Foods is recruiting for a highly energized, people orientated Cash Office Clerk to manage cash and minimise exposure to drivers. Maintains and reconciles the Drivers Accounts. Responsible for invoicing and issuing credits to drivers. Reconciles and prepares driver statements and initiates follow-up procedures for unpaid amounts. Processing daily Driver cash ups.

Minimum Requirements    
Education

• NQF level 4/5, Matric 

Experience

• 1yrs experience in a credit control and cash handling environment

General

• Proficient in MS Excel, Previous experience of JDE or an ERP system advantageous

Duties & Responsibilities    

• To receive and Process Credit Notes, Discounts ensure that these documents have been authorised 
• Count all cash from drivers under the view of the camera system and capture on Driver cash up spreadsheet
• Follow up on any shortages and gather reasons for driver shortages these are to be reported within 24 hrs (Contact Driver / Driver Supervisor to Identify Reasons for Short Payment)
• Receipt cash up into the drivers JDE customer account
• Process authorised petty cash payments 
• Issue petty cash for authorised casual wage expenditure
• General Processing
• Maintain filing system
• Ordering and issuing of company pre-printed stationary 
• Cash Handling
• Accurate counting of cash and reconciling of daily banking
• Daily reconciliation of cash vault machine KPA’s Competencie

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Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is seeking a Cost Accountant. The role will be based in Pretoria West Mill and reports to the Management Accountant. RCL FOODS is looking for an individual who is analytical, has attention to detail and experienced in cost and management accounting at a plant (Beneficial).The successful incumbent will be responsible for daily mass balancing of Manufacturing Work in Progress (WIP), including identifying, analyzing and posting of variances per job to provide management accounting support and insight to the Business in particular Manufacturing and Commercial.

Minimum Requirements    

• BCOM/BTEC degree in Accountant/Management Accounting
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience within a manufacturing environment
• Stock control and stock management experience

Duties & Responsibilities    

Reporting and Variance Analysis

• Provide support for Job cost analysis / WIP variances: Daily mass balance per job
•  Identifying variances (actuals vs expected cost as per the BOM)
•  Analyzing and posting of the job variances
• Provide support for managing of data accuracy and reconciliation between ERP (Syspro) and 3rd party system integrations (Wonderware scales)
• Provide support and document investigation of variances
• Engage with the Management Accountant to provide the business with the tools to make informed strategic decisions, implement change and maximize profitability
• Analyze and explain KPI fluctuations and variances
• Generate a weekly commercial reporting pack that highlights focus points for the week, exposes core issues, generates action plans and assigns responsibilities
• Provide monthly commentary for submission to the Commercial and Manufacturing Managers.
• Overseeing physical stock counts

Costing

• Assist the Management Accountant in determination of product cost, especially the allocation of non-material costs.
• Creating and maintaining Work Centers, Operations and Bill of Materials (BOM’s)
• Understanding the cost drivers and provide commercial insight into variances of cost drivers month on month
• Participate in investigations and audits to support initiatives designed to control costs and maximize profits
• Analyze proposed changes to cost allocations and assist with data collections of new business proposals
• Calculate the actual impact of changes that have been made and new cost allocation and present to Management AccountantCapex
• Manage actual vs target vs forecast spend monthly
• Provide input for all required capex-based reporting to RCL HO in accordance with the national time scheduling and guidelines

System Opportunity Identification

• Developing a broad knowledge base of the organizational processes and policies
• Staying fully informed of operational objectives, performance and critical trends
• Support the Management Accountant in identifying solutions to address key business requirements
• Quantify savings and efficiencies related to these opportunities and draw up Business Case documentation for submission to the Management Accountant

 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
• Support and drive the business core values
• Manage colleagues’ expectations and communicate appropriately
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives
• Champion training and development of self and others utilizing available training opportunities
• Participate in, and drive regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable
• Ensure deliverables are submitted on time and with the right level of accuracy and form

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Job Description    
We at RCL Foods have recently relaunched our purpose to “We Grow What Matters”.

We are a deeply rooted South African business and we believe our country will thrive when we collectively grow what matters.? Our purpose is anchored in a culture of empowerment and accountability, with uncompromising integrity at its heart. ?We are inspired by our unwavering commitment to "Grow What Matters,", placing People, Growth and Sustainability at the forefront of everything we do.

We have the opportunity within our Group R&D function for a role as Group R&D Packaging Executive. The scope of this role covers our Groceries (Mayonnaise, Peanut Butter, Beverages, Rusks and Cereals), Milling and Baking as well as the Spreads (Siqalo Foods) categories.

The key purpose of this role is to elevate the pivotal role that packaging plays in RCL’s Growth strategy. This necessitates the definition and delivery of the R&D Packaging program for RCL Foods. This includes the Group Packaging Innovation and technology roadmap across core and differentiating packaging technologies within the Group in line with the RCL Growth agenda.  With our updated RCL sustainability strategy, this role plays a critical role in the definition and execution of our Packaging Sustainability Goals to meet our RCL Sustainability ambition specifically on Responsible Packaging.

Other core responsibilities include delivery of cost savings via the Value Engineering Program as well as support to the Business Units ensuring ongoing high-quality packaging design and execution.

As the Group R&D Packaging Executive, you carry the responsibility, both as business leader and partner providing strategic leadership and operational stewardship towards delivering the business short-, medium- and long-term agenda. This is done working collaboratively with Business Leaders cross functionally in Marketing, Customer Development, Consumer Insight, Supply Chain and Sourcing, Commercial and with Business Unit teams. This role carries leadership responsibility for an experienced Packaging team working across Business Units. Externally, the role has a significant packaging technology business partnering role with packaging suppliers and relevant packaging bodies. The role has a direct reporting into the Group R&D Director and can be Durban or Gauteng Based.

This role will provide you with an opportunity to embark on a transformative journey with RCL FOODS, where your leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future landscape of Packaging Innovation and sustainability. Your contributions will not only align with our business goals but will also echo our resolute commitment to sustainable practices. We invite you to join us on this meaningful journey, where your expertise will fuel impactful growth and leave a legacy.

Minimum Requirements    

• BSc or MSc Science degree and/or engineering degree, augmented by relevant experience and expertise.
• 8 to 10 years’ experience in R&D, with at least 5 years at a senior R&D managerial level.
• FMCG – preferably Food or Packaging.
• Proven track record in the Development and Execution of R&D programs.
• Strong Strategic Leadership and Business partnership skills to drive strategic business objectives.
• Willingness to travel to various manufacturing sites within Gauteng.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Defining and implementing the Group Packaging Innovation and Technology Program in collaboration with marketing, consumer insight, and customer teams and with input from Business Units.
• Establish strategic partnerships with key packaging suppliers, academia, government, and innovation agencies to contribute to the 3-5 year Packaging program.
• Leading the development and delivery of short, medium, and long-term R&D programs, and aligning with business leaders and packaging teams.
• Driving the execution of the packaging sustainability strategy on responsible packaging, including commitments to extended producer responsibility and collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Overseeing the R&D Packaging Value Engineering Program (VEP), identifying and implementing cost reduction opportunities across business units.
• Engaging with the broader functional R&D Leadership teams, playing a pivotal role in providing input on the execution of business, growth, and R&D strategies.
• Leading and inspiring a team of experienced Packaging Managers and Packaging Technologists, fostering a high-performance culture.