About the position
A leading FMCG Manufacturing Company is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Shift Coordinator to join their high-performing Production team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced production supervisor who is passionate about operational excellence and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
s Junior Shift Coordinator, you will support day-to-day production operations, supervise production teams, ensure adherence to stringent quality and safety standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
Key Responsibilities:
Production Supervision & Coordination:
- Supervise production teams to consistently achieve daily targets, quality standards, and output requirements
- Coordinate and monitor production activities, ensuring optimal utilisation of equipment, raw materials, packaging materials, and labour resources
- Schedule work activities and allocate resources effectively to meet production plans and customer requirements
- Conduct process monitoring and equipment checks to ensure smooth, uninterrupted production flow
Quality, Safety & Compliance:
- Ensure strict adherence to all food safety, quality, and hygiene standards including HACCP, GMP, and CIP procedures
- Implement and maintain site-specific safety protocols and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
- Monitor compliance with quality systems, ISO standards, and food safety legislation
- Oversee cleaning processes and maintain microbiology standards
Performance & Continuous Improvement:
- Review and interpret production performance data including OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), waste levels, throughput, and quality deviations
- Implement and support Lean manufacturing methodologies to improve productivity, reduce waste, and enhance operational efficiency
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using productivity improvement techniques
- Identify opportunities for process optimisation and cost reduction
Documentation & Reporting:
- Maintain accurate production documentation, records, and compliance registers
- Report on production performance, quality metrics, and safety incidents
- Ensure traceability and audit readiness
Team Management:
- Oversee key HR functions within the production team including attendance, performance management, and staff development
- Provide coaching, guidance, and support to production operators
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning
What You Bring:
Essential Qualifications:
- Grade 12 / Matric (Essential)
- National Diploma in Food Technology or Production Certificate
- Diploma / National Certificate in Food and Beverage Packaging Operations
- Team Leader / Supervisory Training (Essential)
Experience:
- 3–5 years' proven experience in a supervisory role within FMCG manufacturing or food production
- Hands-on experience managing production teams and shift operations
- Track record of achieving production targets and maintaining quality standards
Technical Knowledge:
- Engineering / Mechanical knowledge – understanding of production equipment and basic troubleshooting
- Material Requirement Planning (MRP) – resource planning and inventory management
- Plant capacity planning and production scheduling
- Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) – measuring and improving equipment performance
- Product and process-specific knowledge in FMCG/food manufacturing
- Microbiology and food safety legislation – HACCP, GMP, hygiene standards
- Quality systems and ISO standards (ISO 9001, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000)
- Preventative maintenance principles and implementation
- Lean manufacturing techniques – waste reduction, 5S, Kaizen, continuous improvement
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Desired Skills:
- Shift Operations
- FMCG
- Quality
- Production Targets
