Job Ref #: AO-2382
Industry: Horticulture/Agriculture
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1

Job Description

To assist the Production/Operations Manager in streamlining the total production process

Job Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12
• 3 years experience as a Production Operator in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in the Animal Feeds environment will be an advantage

 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Complete pre-shift inspection list
• Ensure compliance with production priorities
• Oversee the control of formulas and hand additions to production
• Report mechanical and electrical breakages and implement corrective measures
• Oversee effective shift rotation to ensure the continuation of production
• Check the quality of raw materials to ensure adherence to quality standards
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards in line with applicable legislative and policy requuirements
• Manage quality and critical control points according to HACCP plan
• Monitor food safety risks in the work area, i.e. QCPSs, CPs, CCPs
• Support management with monitoring employee key performance areas/standards, identify training and development requirements and ensure fair disciplinary action to address deviations

 

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of the production process
• Knowledge of the production planning process
• Mechanically orientated
• Computer literate

 

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

• Willing to work shifts
• Attention to detail
• Assertive
• Results-driven

 

Closing Date: 19 June 2026   

 

Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applicants who have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date may assume that their applications have been unsuccessful and are hereby thanked for their interest.

 

The filling of this position will be aligned with AFGRI's Employment Equity Policy.

 

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