Process Leader

Job Advert Summary

• The purpose of this position is to lead and oversee the manufacturing and processing of products within the Bulk Cheese Department, ensuring efficient plant operations, achievement of production targets, and adherence to quality, food safety, safety, and operational standards.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF4
• Tertiary qualification in Food technology/Science, Quality Management advantageous
• Familiar with Automotive machinery/systems + SCADA
• Computer literacy Intermediate
• Business English: Fluent
• 3 - 5yrs relevant experience FMCG/Food Production in applying job related concepts, techniques, and processes at the required level
• Work shifts/weekends/public holidays

Competencies

• Proactive and action orientated
• Maintains high standards
• Build high performing teams
• Collaborate with others to achieve a common objective

Duties and Responsibilities Ensure quality assurance

• Apply quality assurance to the process and ensure integrity of the Intermediate product
• Control inputs and outputs of the manufacturing and/or process
• Ensure good manufacturing practices GMP are in place
• Maintain good housekeeping 5S

Conduct first-line maintenance and inspections

• Ensure correct use of equipment
• Complete weekly maintenance schedule as plan.

Manufacture and process product

• Follow correct standard operating procedure SOP
• Ensure correct cleaning in place CIP
• Ensure Batch verification are done
• Manage Usage Variance of the Mixes

Manage staff

• Ensure optimal utilization of staff
• Apply consistent discipline
• Train and develop staff
• Conduct meetings and ensure effective communication to all
• Liaise and communicate with management in all departments
• Provide leadership and training to staff members within the department
• Set objectives, manage and measure performance of team
• Do problem solving within the shift

Deadline:28th August,2026