Closing Date 2025 / 10 / 03
Reference Number RCL -1
Company RCL Foods
Job Title Production Shift Supervisor - Durban
Functions Supply Chain
Job Type Classification Permanent
Location - Town / City Durban
Location - Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location - Country South Africa
Job Description
RCL Foods is recruiting for a driven, highly energized Shift Supervisor within the baking business unit. The suitable candidate will be required to manage the operations of the production function so as to ensure products are manufactured correctly, cost effectively, on time and in full and in accordance with the quality standards, whilst maximizing plant efficiencies and adhering to systemic processes. Manage and control staff. Is accountable for the whole shift. This role will be based in Durban and reporting to the Production Manager. This role is a Permanent role.
Minimum Requirements
Education / Qualifications :
- Matric or equivalent NQF4
- SA Chamber of Baking Certificate
Experience :
3+ years manufacturing supervisory experience2+ years perishable food manufacture and FMCGSkills / Knowledge :
Practical knowledge of ERP systemFull understanding of FSMS and OHS systemsGood computer literacy, especially ExcelDuties & Responsibilities
Shift start up
Check that work orders are created based on production plan with production adminCheck all machinery for cleanliness and ensure in good working orderValidate that a pre-run on critical points were done with maintenance staffValidate right number of staff at the right time for the shift according to base staffingCreate and communicate production plan with the production team leaders and production adminConduct regular staff meetings and complete meeting registersConduct daily meeting with Maintenance SupervisorDuring shift
Verify stock that is issued from storesSample finished product to check for quality, consistency, weight, volume and defects and take corrective actionEnsure temperature checks conducted every 60 minutes throughout the baking processValidate all departments are following their related processes and if not, take corrective actionQuality check in each department in accordance with Total Quality Management systemValidate hourly targets are adhered toValidate all documentation related to production is completed in full and compile and submit reportsEnsure shift performance is reported on hourly (Mixing and slicing)Validate that yield standards are met hourly and any discrepancies can be quantified and justifiedEnsure damage bread recording is accurate and reasons for damages given and ensure transferred to dispatchCorrective actions for damages / yields / conversions to be documented and actionedProvide detailed handover report to next shift supervisor and maintenance and sign offEnsure a detailed breakdown report of the shift is recorded by Maintenance and Production AdminEnsure production team leader reports and checks are accurate and complete and take corrective action when necessaryFood Safety and Quality
Adhere to food safety guidelines as per company policies and proceduresAbide by all Good Manufacturing Practices requirements as set out by the employerEnsure all work areas are cleaned and free from contaminantsEnsure the product produced is free from all contaminants by ensuring staff adhere to all GMP and food safety requirementsEnsure that product produced has met all quality parametersGeneral
Review of previous Ds and Ns production run with Production Co-ordinatorTimeously report any maintenance related issues which will affect the operation in the bakeryComplete job cards for all maintenance work related to faulty equipment and machineryReport on problems, accidents or breakdownsEnsure clean as you work policy is maintained and monitored at all timesReview recording documents per departmentPeople Management
Be aware of staffing requirement per shift and per team. Conduct daily headcountEnsure compliance with BCEA in terms of working hoursMonitor and manage staff overtimeArrange for replacement staff through the labour broker when short of staffControl of tea and lunch breaks to ensure shift is fully coveredIdentify training needs of staff and feedback to Manager / Co-ordinatorConduct on the job trainingCross-train and rotate staff in department. Multi skill programTake disciplinary action when requiredOvertime to be reported and request for approval from Manufacturing ManagerIssue pass out to staffValidate registers daily per shiftDaily edits on Time and Attendance systemConduct performance reviews formally twice a year and informally, on a regular basisMonitor staff performance ensuring full productivitySeniority level : Mid-Senior level
Employment type : Full-time
Job function : Management and Manufacturing
Industries : Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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