Seafood Production Manager
On-siteCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Summary
Manage daily seafood production operations to ensure efficiency, minimal waste, and alignment with delivery timelines. Oversee processing, packaging, storage, and stock levels while enforcing HACCP, hygiene protocols, and cold chain management standards. Lead and train production teams to meet performance targets, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain audit readiness. Collaborate with procurement and retail teams to optimize supply chain flow and ensure full regulatory compliance. This hands-on leadership role within a leading FMCG fresh food organization requires a detail-oriented professional to oversee end-to-end production while reducing costs and enhancing operational discipline.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years' experience in seafood processing or fresh food production
- Strong background in production operations and quality control
- Solid understanding of food safety standards (HACCP, ISO, cold chain management)
- Proven experience managing teams in a production environment
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Desired Qualifications
- Qualification in Food Science, Production Management, or related field
- Experience within retail food production or FMCG environments
- Understanding of seafood sourcing and handling standards
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