- Bethlehem
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Agriculture Manufacturing
- Reference: 97032
Vacancy Details
Employer: VKB Group
QPro Feeds is a dynamic Animal Feed Manufacturing business with a facility in both Bethlehem and Vrede. We are responsible for producing animal feed to in-house clients as well as external clients in the monogastric and ruminant fields.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This main purpose of the position is to manage all operational aspects of the animal feed plant to ensure production and delivery targets are met and that the finished product meet the required quality standards as set by the company.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Grade 12
- BSc. Agricultural Science or Engineering Qualification would be advantageous
- A minimum of 5-year experience in a similar role
- Experience in an Animal Feed Plant would be preferred
- Experience in production and scheduling
- Practical experience in a feed plant and knowledge of the equipment in the production process
- Knowledge of quality controls and processes within a feed plant
- Financial acumen
- Relevant technical and R&M knowledge
- Drive the profitability of production through the control and management of production costs against budget
- Meet production targets
- Ensure that the final product meet the required quality standards
- Manage stock effectively and efficiently
- Ensure continuous improvement is systems and process and the monitoring thereof
- Ensure the safety of production staff and that safety and/or statutory requirements are adhered to at all times
- Mentor, coach and train production staff
- Repairs and Maintenance of production assets
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong negotiation/persuasive skills
- Strong analytical ability
- Attention to detail
- Ability to plan and provide clear direction
- Problem solving and decisive decision-making ability
- Excellent people and relationship management skills
OTHER INFORMATION
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About VKB Group
VKB is a South African agricultural enterprise with the unique vision to focus on alliances with industry related stakeholders. These alliances have developed into the dynamic utilisation of a wide range of agricultural value chain solutions.
Producers in the area in which we conduct business, own and control the VKB Group. Our strategy therefore remains focused on keeping the company as an authentic agricultural producer business, which could also add value for a broader base of general consumers.
The VKB Group continues to capitalize on its rich heritage of almost 100 years by applying the sound cooperative principles of the past. These principles ensure that any association with the Group remains a valuable experience, not only for its shareholders, but also for its suppliers, employees and customers.
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