Production Manager (Deboning Plant & Meat Processing)

Recruiter

Pillango Placements

Job Ref

PTA003817/RC

Date posted

Thursday, July 23, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary

28000 Monthly

SUMMARY

Do you thrive in a fast-paced production environment and knows how to balance output, cost control, food safety and team performance? Join a stable, established meat business in Krugersdorp and take ownership of daily deboning and meat processing operations.

POSITION INFO

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 volume requirements Requirements Proven production management experience within an abattoir, deboning plant or meat processing environment Strong knowledge of food safety, quality control and regulatory compliance Experience managing production targets, budgets, stock and operational KPIs Solid staff leadership, training and performance management skills Ability to work under pressure and resolve operational problems quickly Education A relevant qualification in Production Management, Food Technology, Operations Management or a related field is advantageous. Soft Skills Practical, decisive and highly organised, with strong leadership, communication and problem-solving ability. Salary The proposed salary for the role is around R30k per month - the salary is marginally negotiable, but the final offer will depend on qualifications, experience and skills.