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PRODUCTION WORKER Responsible and accountable for the entire production process at Micro Animal Feeds and Ruminant Feeds Plant (situated in Greenbushes, Port Elizabeth) to ensure profitability and maximum productivity. Basic CTC R7 000.00 pm with performance bonus Incentives Minimum Requirements -Age: 25-30 -Matric. -Computer literate. --Previous experience in the Ruminant and Animal Feed Business advantages. -Must be willing to work shifts, overtime and public holidays as and when required. -Valid Code 10 Drivers License and Forklift License. Job Specification -Perform for both Mechanical and Electrical maintenance. -Responsible for safe keeping of plant assets. -Standard working hours 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. -Purchasing requisition, planning, reporting and spares control. -Engineering downtime and artisan utilization. -Perform standby duties. -This is a physical and demanding position and the applicant should be in good health. PRODUCTION PROCESS Control the quality of the following on a constant basis FIFO raw materials. Accurate product labels with zero mistakes. Weight of bags 50 kg. Manage product flow and equipment effectiveness continuously. Able to handle physical labour. CRICTICAL PERFORMANCE Constant capacity specifications: Working on the production floor. Production requirement 1 Ton per hour for Ruminant Plant with a minimum of 5 Ton produced per day. Packing materials to be managed and controlled. No downtime is allowed due to shortages or mismanagement. Documentation such as Weighing reports, Batch reports etc. need to be correct and comprehensive. Identify and plan elimination of bottlenecks. Products produced to comply with specification registered and company standard. Maintenance Plan for, and list all critical emergency parts availability. Preventative maintenance plan to be updated on a weekly basis. Control the production process after the final product has been packed by managing and monitoring packing material continuously (e.g. bags) so that zero damage status can be enforced e.g. no damage to final product bags by forklifts when moving or stacking the product, no damage to bags during filling stitching / labelling, etc. Responsible to move raw materials and finished stock in warehouse (forklift license required). Personally deliver finished goods to customer (code 10 drivers license required) HOUSEKEEPING AND SAFETY STANDARDS Acceptance of overall responsibility and accountability for the prevention of work-related injury, ill health. Email CV to rentalflatsa@gmail.com Should you not have received feedback from us within 14 days, your application was unsuccessful.

INTRODUCTION A leading dynamic Animal Feed Manufacturing business in Mpumalanga, existing for more than 30 years, are looking for a factory manager. We are responsible for producing animal feed to local clients in the monogastric and ruminant fields. JOB PURPOSE Manages the various production activities through subordinates in order to achieve planned production targets and to ensure the effective use of available resources. REQUIREMENTS Relevant production qualification of animal feed plant or a mill plant. Must have at least 2 years hands on experience in feed production and or maintenance and a minimum of 2 years in a production management position with related plant managing a team of operators. Valid driver’s license, willing to relocate, between 30 and 40 years of age. Must have experience in ensuring safety, health & hygiene in a production environment. Minimum Gr12 and speaking Zulu would be advantageous. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Leading a team that is responsible for the total production function in terms of functional responsibilities of all equipment. Aligning, guiding and co-coordinating the activities of a team to utilize the skills and experience of each team member to achieve targets in terms of production volumes, quality, uptime, safety, costs and staff development. To keep management up to date of all risk, plant, equipment, people and quality issues Accomplishes manufacturing results by communicating job expectations, planning, monitoring and appraising job results, disciplining employees, initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems policies and procedures. Maintains workflow by monitoring steps of the process, setting processing variables, observing control points and equipment, monitoring personnel and resources, studying methods, implementing cost reductions, facilitating corrections to malfunctions, within process control points. Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel, accomplishing work results, establishing priorities, monitoring progress, resolving problems, reporting results on production sheets. Maintains quality requirements by establishing and enforcing standards Maintains a safe and clean working environment, maintains compliance with established policies and procedures. Daily monitoring of actual production against the planned targets Identifying and reporting quality problems to the CEO. Taking full responsibilities for the entire plant’s functions Ensure efficient collaboration and co-ordination between all departments including maintenance, production, procurement, sales and distribution. May also need to assist the maintenance technician if required from time to time.

PRODUCTION FOREMAN Responsible and accountable for the management and control of the entire production process at Micro Animal Feeds and Ruminant Feeds Plant (situated in Greenbushes, Port Elizabeth) to ensure profitability and maximum productivity. Basic CTC R8 000.00 pm with performance bonus Incentives Minimum Requirements -Age: 25-30 -Matric/Minimum N6/Diploma/. -Computer literate. -Supervisory training advantageous. -Previous experience in the Ruminant and Animal Feed Business advantages. -Must be willing to work shifts, overtime and public holidays as and when required. -Must have own transport, Valid Code 10 Drivers Licence and Forklift Licence. Job Specification -Responsible for both Mechanical and Electrical maintenance. -Responsible for safe keeping of plant assets. -Maintaining discipline and time-keeping. -Purchasing requisition, planning, reporting and spares control. -Engineering downtime and artisan utilization. -Perform standby duties. PRODUCTION PROCESS Manage and control the quality of the following on a constant basis FIFO raw materials. Accurate product labels with zero mistakes. Weight of bags 50 kg. Manage product flow and equipment effectiveness continuously. Able to handle physical labour. CRICTICAL PERFORMANCE Constant capacity specifications: Working on the production floor. Production requirement 1 Ton per hour for Ruminant Plant. Packing materials to be managed and controlled. No downtime is allowed due to shortages or mismanagement. Documentation such as Weighing reports, Batch reports etc. need to be correct and comprehensive. Planning for development and expansion to be initiated. Identify and plan elimination of bottlenecks. Products produced to comply with specification registered and company standard. Maintenance Plan for, and list all critical emergency parts availability. Preventative maintenance plan to be updated on a weekly basis. Supervise use, control and operational readiness of plant and machinery. Stay in maintenance budget framework. Lead, implement and sustain new company initiates. Be an essential part of the on-site operational process by being involved in site and procedural improvements where identified. Control the production process after the final product has been packed by managing and monitoring packing material continuously (e.g. bags) so that zero damage status can be enforced e.g. no damage to final product bags by forklifts when moving or stacking the product, no damage to bags during filling stitching / labelling, etc. Ensure team members adhere to company Health and Safety regulations. Comply with regulations concerning ear protection and dust masks. HOUSEKEEPING AND SAFETY STANDARDS Acceptance of overall responsibility and accountability for the prevention of work-related injury, ill health. Email CV to rentalflatsa@gmail.com Should you not have received feedback from us within 14 days, your application was unsuccessful.

My client, an international concern within the agricultural industry, is seeking to employ a Production Team Leader who will be responsible for the successful propagation, production and horticultural care of their plants grown in the nurseries to meet the goal of producing compliant crops within the established budget. The successful candidate will report to the Production Manager. The team leader performs a variety of tasks at the nursery including supervising work. Team leaders act as the coordinator for work and information between management and employees. The successful candidate will be reporting to the production manager and supervise work teams, labor contractors and other temporary employees as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Other duties may be assigned) Supervises, organizes and monitors the work of employees within assigned teams. Makes impartial decisions in regard to scheduling work to employees and teams. Consistently applies work rules to all employees. Notifies management of problems or potential issues in a timely manner. Trains new employees on company processes, locations and work standards. Accurately reports and records work activity. Assists with time-motion studies as needed. Assists with organizing workflow and work efficiency. Assists with monitoring plant quality by watching for unusual plant appearance, plant diseases or signs of stress, pests, or other potential problems with the crop. Notifies management of issues in a timely manner. Performs all work activities and promotes work crews to perform work in a safe and efficient manner. Brings potential hazards to the immediate attention of management or the safety committee. Follows all pesticide signage. Immediately reports accidents, injuries and near-misses to management. Enforces the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when completing tasks (ear plugs/muffs, gloves, boots, safety glasses, etc.). Assist employees in performing work by answering questions and demonstrating techniques. Trains employees on how to operate equipment and machinery safely. Monitors and shares supplies and resources (i.e., pallets, boxes, tape, gloves, fertilizer, etc.) and notifies managers of potential shortages in a timely manner. Cross trains in all functions of the nursery (shipping, inventory, production, quality control, etc) at all locations. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new tasks and take on individual responsibilities. Supervises labor contractors and other temporary employees. Motivates employees to do their best work by being positive and offering encouragement. Encourages employees to contribute ideas and suggestions in order to improve the operation of the nursery. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Matric plus relevant post matric qualification (Agriculture, Horticulture, Production Management etc.) A valid driver’s license Fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English) 1-3 Years experience in... Job Reference #: SW002346/AM

My client, an established fruit producer is seeking to employ a Manager Tissue Culture (Deciduous Fruit). The successful candidate will manage and motivate a team to reach goals successfully. Duties will include management of: Tissue Culture Lab Deciduous Fruit Whole process of micro plant propogation Plant health via system Staff to perform daily duties Timely delivery against orders Requirements: Min BSc or MSc degree or relevant agricultural qualification 5 Years relevant experience Job Reference #: SW000762/JM