Our client, an organic farm, is looking for a FOOD PROCESSING SUPERVISOR to help with their daily and general operations.

ROLE PROFILE

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing various food processing activities and quality control. He/ she would also improve the quality control systems, and good manufacturing processes and ensure their adherence in all food processing activities.

DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in planning the monthly, weekly and daily schedule for processing.
• Maintain various food and food processing facility records.
• Oversee drying activities in solar tunnels and ensure quality output after drying.
• Review production reports and make adjustments as necessary.
• Monitor quality control by testing samples of the products.
• Responsible for any necessary repairs or maintenance to equipment or facility.
• Train new employees on quality food processing skills.
• Provide overall supervision of production activities.
• Plan, organise and lead a team of production workers to achieve production targets and output, cycle time, and yield.
• Responsible for maintaining product quality and productivity.
• Provide a guideline to check on processes thereby assuring that work is done by the operators.
• Ensure good housekeeping and safety at the workplace.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience in food processing.
• Relevant experience in the practice of good manufacturing processes.

REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant knowledge of solar drying and the use of solar tunnels is a plus.
• Strong leadership skills and demonstrated success with managing a team.
• Proven ability to plan food processing activities and develop effective and efficient record systems.
• Ability to collect data, prepare and interpret production reports
• Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments.
• Good sales and presentation skills.
• Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.

To apply kindly send CVs to foodps.pjkt@gmail.com