Production Manager (Dairy)

Overview

PRODUCTION MANAGER (CHEESE) - QUEENSTOWN, EASTERN CAPE

Role Focus – Production Manager (Cheese):

The ideal candidate must have strong technical and operational knowledge in processed cheese, cheese manufacturing and butter production as they will be responsible for overseeing these departments. Leadership capability, problem-solving skills and experience managing production teams are also critical.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric / Equivalent.
• Degree/Diploma in Food Technology, Dairy Science, Production Management, or related field
• Minimum 7–10 years’ experience in cheese production (hard, processed or mozzarella), with at least 5 years at a management level
• Strong working knowledge of FSSC 22000 and high-care manufacturing environments
• Proven track record in managing production budgets, KPIs and large operational teams
• Strong leadership, decision-making and problem-solving capability
• Hands-on, decisive and results-oriented leadership style

KPIs

Operational management, Food, Safety, Quality, and Compliance, Cost and Performance Management, People Leadership and Development, Stakeholder and Customer Engagement, Continuous Improvement, and Innovation.

CVs may be sent to global@globalrecruitment.co.za

#J-18808-Ljbffr