Department Head at Astral Foods Ltd

The ideal candidate would be responsible for:

• Managing the Value-Added Department with emphasis on production processes and optimizing production. 
• Focus on standards in terms of quality, process flows, maintenance, volumes and food hygiene.
• Full responsibility for all labour related issues including ensuring that all positions are managed at all times.
• Dealing with all disciplinary matters appropriately and according to the company’s disciplinary code.
• Continued interaction and communication with senior management.
• Maintaining and implementing 20 keys principles including Health & Safety of the department.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Matric or equivalent qualification.
• PME/PMI qualification.
• Proven record of supervisory experience.
• Proven experience in large scale food production and processing plant.
• Poultry experience would be an advantage.
• Must be computer literate.
• Strong administrative, organizational, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Fluent in English and a second official language.
• The candidate should be hardworking, honest and self-motivated.
• Ability to cope under pressure and manage staff professionally.