Production Manager; Dairy

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

Education, experience and competencies required:

• 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

KPI's:

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

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