Packaging Manager

The Packaging Manager oversees and directs the complete packing process within the milling operations to achieve core operational objectives and maintain service excellence. This role is responsible for end-to-end packaging line productivity, maintenance planning, inventory control, logistics coordination, and strict adherence to food safety and occupational health standards.

• Operations & Inventory Management: Oversee packing operations to fulfill customer orders accurately; manage bag storage and packaging consumable inventories in alignment with minimum stock levels and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• People Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and structure the packaging team to achieve departmental targets; manage staff performance, drive productivity, and facilitate ongoing skills development.

• Strategic Departmental Planning: Formulate and execute short- and long-term departmental goals aligned with overarching business objectives.

• Maintenance & Reliability: Collaborate with the maintenance department and management to design and execute preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance plans to minimize equipment downtime and optimize line performance.

• Logistics & Distribution Coordination: Coordinate transport logistics with external freight carriers and internal fleet services to ensure timely order dispatch and delivery.

• Food Safety & Quality Compliance: Champion Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS), specifically ISO 22000 standards; maintain sanitation/cleaning schedules and drive continuous improvement of quality assurance frameworks.

• Occupational Health & Safety (OHS): Ensure strict compliance with all health and safety regulations; maintain a clean, unobstructed workspace and enforce personal hygiene protocols across the division.

• Education:

  • Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate (NQF
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  • Relevant qualification in Packaging or a related technical discipline.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years extensive packaging experience within the grain milling industry
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  • Minimum of 3 years in a managerial or leadership capacity.

  • Practical knowledge of grain-specific automated packaging machinery is advantageous.

• Licensing: Valid South African driver’s license with own reliable transport.

• Working knowledge of Supply Chain Management and logistics coordination.

• In-depth understanding of Food Safety Protocols, FSMS, and ISO 22000 regulations.

• Strong technical acumen in preventative/predictive maintenance planning for packaging lines.

• High-level capabilities in operations coordination, structured delegation, and performance management.

• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, attention to detail, and resilience under pressure.

• Clear, professional communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

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