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Packhouse Manager - Muden KZN

Packhouse Manager - Muden KZN

Hewitt Colenbrander Recruitment / HC RecruitUmvoti Local Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
18 days ago
Job description

SUMMARY

DBN – Packhouse Manager | KZN Midlands

Purpose of the job

To oversee the effective production flow, quality assurance, personnel management, and adherence to food safety and export regulations.

Required Qualifications

  • Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Food Technology, or Production Management.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in packhouse or fresh produce operations (citrus preferred).
  • Proven leadership skills and the ability to manage diverse teams.
  • Strong understanding of export documentation, traceability, and compliance systems.

Position Info

Technical Competencies and Responsibilities

  • From intake to dispatch, plan, organize & supervise every aspect of packhouse operations.
  • Verify that fruit handling, grading & packing adhere to food safety & export regulations.
  • Keep an eye on seasonal employees & other packhouse employees to ensure compliance & productivity.
  • Keep thorough records on your output, quality & throughput.
  • Keep track of the packing materials' inventory & make sure they are purchased on schedule.
  • Coordinate dispatch schedules by communicating with the marketing & logistics departments.
  • Put techniques for continuous improvement into practice to boost productivity & cut waste.
  • Maintain hygienic practices & standards for occupational health & safety in accordance with certification criteria.

    • Behavioural Competencies

  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • High level of self-motivation and initiative
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • Confident and sound decision-making ability
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Computer literacy (MS Office, packhouse management systems).

    • Please Note

    Should you not be contacted within the next 2 weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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