As Packhouse Manager, you will be responsible for all pack house production operations within the business, driving performance, productivity and embracing innovation and change as the company strives to become the service provider of choice to all customers, both present and new.

The Job holder will be expected to demonstrate commitment and loyalty and perform all duties in accordance with the organization’s office routines and procedures, keeping in mind the overall business objectives.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain quality specifications of lines of Herbs from allocation to production line, through supply to marketer.
• Ensure that all packhouse policies and procedures are adhered to by staff and the production line.
• Through a specified maintenance plan/checklist, ensure that all machinery within the plant is properly maintained and in optimum working order.
• Ensure all health, food, and food safety standards and policies are adhered to.
• Through an understanding of HSE best practices, ensure the safety of yourself and your staff.
• Work with the employment office to ensure the line is adequately resourced with staff.
• Ensure that all supervisors are properly trained and that they train their respective teams.
• Resolve conflicts and deal with disputes in accordance with company employment and disciplinary codes.
• Build rapport with team leaders and staff on the production line, ensuring open lines of communication.
• Manage the packhouse operations, including all packhouse staff and operations.
• Provide sound leadership and direction in the packhouse to ensure quality product output, accuracy, and consistency in packhouse processes and documentation.
• Handle all matters logistics; planning, follow up and reporting-from Farm to the Airport.
• Work closely with the compliance personnel to ensure compliance standards are met.
• Provide weekly, monthly, and annual reports to the Director.
• Build and implement best practice policies and principles.
• Develop and train a team of packhouse staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, horticulture, business management, or a related field (preferred).
• 5 years of proven experience as a packhouse manager or in a similar managerial role within the agriculture/food production industry.
• Strong understanding of packhouse operations, quality control procedures, and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.