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Production Shift Manager at Helderberg Personnel
Helderberg Personnel
September 28, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Duties and responsibilities
Manage Line Managers and Supervisors per shift to ensure packing programmes are effectively implemented, and production targets are met
Review packing lines according to packing program and report on deviations to the Production Manager
Packing of fruits according to correct market requirements and standards
Coordinate bins and packing material process for packing lines
Track and report on shift KPIs (kg packed per line, pack-out %, downtime) and take corrective action on underperforming lines
Manage production/pack line downtime to a minimum, escalating recurring mechanical or resourcing issues
Continual quality inspection throughout the day according to the packing program
Receive and analyse quality reports and coordinate adjustments to packing when appropriate
Check sizes and weights of fruit and adjust diameter, if necessary
Manage the allocation of wage staff across lines in line with the pack plan and labour availability, adjusting for absenteeism and throughput changes during the shift
Assist with relevant administration and/or reporting for audit purposes
Ensure adherence to relevant health & safety standards
Management of BRCGS and relevant quality standards and procedures
Requirements
Tertiary Qualification or relevant training in operations
Minimum 3 - 5 years' experience in a fresh produce packhouse or FMCG production environment, with at least 2 - 3 years in a Junior Management role
In-depth knowledge of production and quality of fruit (apples and pears)
Experience managing a team through Line Managers/Supervisors
Sound computer knowledge (Vitrax and MS Office)
Manage Line Managers and Supervisors per shift to ensure packing programmes are effectively implemented, and production targets are met
Review packing lines according to packing program and report on deviations to the Production Manager
Packing of fruits according to correct market requirements and standards
Coordinate bins and packing material process for packing lines
Track and report on shift KPIs (kg packed per line, pack-out %, downtime) and take corrective action on underperforming lines
Manage production/pack line downtime to a minimum, escalating recurring mechanical or resourcing issues
Continual quality inspection throughout the day according to the packing program
Receive and analyse quality reports and coordinate adjustments to packing when appropriate
Check sizes and weights of fruit and adjust diameter, if necessary
Manage the allocation of wage staff across lines in line with the pack plan and labour availability, adjusting for absenteeism and throughput changes during the shift
Assist with relevant administration and/or reporting for audit purposes
Ensure adherence to relevant health & safety standards
Management of BRCGS and relevant quality standards and procedures
Requirements
Tertiary Qualification or relevant training in operations
Minimum 3 - 5 years' experience in a fresh produce packhouse or FMCG production environment, with at least 2 - 3 years in a Junior Management role
In-depth knowledge of production and quality of fruit (apples and pears)
Experience managing a team through Line Managers/Supervisors
Sound computer knowledge (Vitrax and MS Office)