Production Manager (Deboning Plant & Meat Processing)

Pillango Placements

Full-time Other-General
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Location
johannesburg, johannesburg, South-Africa
Posted
July 26, 2026

Job Description

You will lead plant operations, keep production flowing, reduce downtime and ensure every product meets the required quality and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage daily deboning, meat cutting and processing operations
  • Plan production schedules and workflows to meet operational and sales targets
  • Monitor carcass intake and liaise with veterinary services and relevant regulatory bodies
  • Maintain food safety, quality control and animal welfare standards
  • Control production costs, wastage, shrinkage and budget variances
  • Manage stock levels, supply chain requirements and production continuity
  • Oversee preventative maintenance and minimise equipment downtime
  • Set performance standards, train employees and optimise manpower utilisation
  • Investigate production discrepancies and implement corrective action
  • Support customer satisfaction by meeting product specifications and...