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RCL FOODS is a deeply rooted South African food manufacturer that produces some of the country’s most-loved brands: Yum Yum peanut butter, Nola mayonnaise, Ouma rusks, and Sellati sugar, just to name a few. At the heart of our culture and strategy is our Purpose – WE GROW WHAT MATTERS – which encapsulates our belief in collectively doing that little more to create a positive impact that matters.

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Are you an experienced manufacturing leader with a passion for operational excellence? We are seeking a dynamic Production Manager for our Pretoria site, to lead production operations, drive efficiency, manage costs, and develop high-performing teams within a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment.

Purpose of the Role

To manage multiple production and packing lines, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing while meeting production, quality, food safety, and compliance standards. The successful candidate will lead operational excellence initiatives, optimize resources, and drive a high-performance culture across the department.

Duties & Responsibilities

Lead daily production, processing, and packing operations to consistently achieve production targets, quality standards, and customer requirements.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes, reduce waste, improve productivity, and increase equipment reliability.
Manage departmental budgets, monitor expenditure, and implement cost-control measures to improve profitability.
Align production plans with business objectives and ensure optimal use of labour, equipment, and materials.
Coordinate with Planning, Engineering, SHEQ, Procurement, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless operations.
Monitor production performance and KPIs, analyze trends, and implement corrective actions when required.
Lead, coach, and develop production teams through performance management, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with food safety, health and safety, environmental, quality, and labour legislation requirements.
Manage operational projects and implement initiatives that improve productivity, product quality, and overall plant performance.
Make critical operational decisions to safeguard product quality, employee safety, and business continuity.

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Minimum Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
Relevant manufacturing or leadership qualification/certification advantageous.
Wheat or Maize Milling qualification and practical experience will be advantageous.
Previous experience in bread production and baking is preferred.
6-7 years' experience in an FMCG manufacturing environment, including at least 5 years in a management role.
Strong knowledge of production management, SHEQ systems, labour legislation, and manufacturing best practices.
Proven experience managing large teams, budgets, and complex manufacturing operations.
Strong computer literacy and systems orientation.

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