Production Packing Manager – Spices, Dry Foods & Pharmaceutical Product

Production Packing Manager – Spices, Dry Foods & Pharmaceutical Product


Company
Pronel Consultants
Location
Durban
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Job Description
This purpose-driven non-profit organization creates meaningful employment for persons with disabilities and is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead its packing operations, with a special focus on spice processing, dry foods, and pharmaceutical packing.

The role requires a hands-on leader with experience in regulated, quality-driven production environments, who is passionate about operational excellence and social impact.

Key Responsibilities
β€’ Manage end-to-end packing operations for spices, dry foods, and pharmaceutical products.
β€’ Oversee herb and spice washing, grinding, drying, and preparation for packing.
β€’ Plan and schedule production in line with orders, capacity, and workforce availability.
β€’ Ensure compliance with HACCP, ISO22000, GMP, and health & safety standards.
β€’ Maintain batch control, traceability, and audit readiness.
β€’ Drive productivity, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives.
β€’ Lead and develop production teams within an inclusive workplace environment.

Minimum Requirements
β€’ Diploma or Degree in Production,Operations Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
β€’ 5–8 years’ production management experience in food packing, FMCG, spices, or pharmaceutical environments.
β€’ 3+ years in a leadership role.
β€’ Practical experience in herb and spice washing, grinding, and drying processes.
β€’ Strong knowledge of food safety, quality systems, and labour legislation.

Key Skills
β€’ Production planning and spice and dry-process optimization
β€’ Strong understanding of regulated packing environments
β€’ Budget control and cost management
β€’ Analytical problem-solving ability
β€’ High attention to detail and quality focus
β€’ Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
β€’ Strong stakeholder engagement and customer focus
β€’ Inclusive leadership and team development capability

Suitable candidates who are passionate about spice production, operational excellence, and social impact are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities are welcome to apply.

Send CVs to [email protected]

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