Production Manager (FMCG) – Durban
Engineering and Technical ~ General Management ~ Production and Manufacturing
KZN
As Production Manager, you will be responsible for translating high-volume manufacturing demands into high-quality edible products, ensuring that artistry meets industrial efficiency.
Key Requirements
The production environment involves intricate, machine-related operations combined with a large, diverse workforce.
Success in this role requires a blend of technical engineering oversight with assertive and fair leadership.
- Tertiary qualifications in Production Management or Engineering are essential to troubleshoot machinery and optimize complex production lines.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in production management within the FMCG industry is required.
- Previous experience in food production is highly preferable, as the role demands a deep understanding of food safety and hygiene.
- Regulatory Compliance: You must have a working knowledge of HACCP, FSSC, or ISO 22000 standards to maintain global food safety certifications.
- Effectively lead, mentor, and manage a team of over 100+ staff in the Durban region.
- Conversational Isizulu would be advantageous but not essential
Core Responsibilities
- Operational Oversight Manage daily production to ensure efficiency, quality, and strict adherence to schedules.
- Team Management Foster a productive environment for 100+ employees while coordinating with Maintenance and Logistics.
- Compliance & Safety Enforce health and safety standards and ensure all operations meet rigorous food safety regulations.
- Performance & Finance Monitor production metrics, implement continuous improvement, and manage budgets to optimize costs.
- Reporting Analyze production performance and present regular data-driven reports to senior management.
Soft Skills for Success
- Pressure Management: The ability to meet tight deadlines in a high-output environment.
- Strategic Problem-Solving: An analytical mindset to resolve machinery issues and process bottlenecks quickly.
- Interpersonal Excellence: Strong communication skills to act as the bridge between the factory floor and executive leadership.
