Background

Talent Grid Africa is a regional consulting firm that partners with leaders in business to handle the complexities of hiring the right talent, engaging them in the right way, improving performance, and retaining top talent. We help them leverage their greatest assets-the people, to capture more opportunities and grow their businesses. Our purpose is to of...

Role Context

This role goes beyond supervision. It requires a professional who understands that production efficiency, food safety compliance, and quality assurance directly impact customer satisfaction, export standards, and business profitability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily packhouse operations and ensure production targets are consistently met
• Maintain strict compliance with food safety and quality standards (HACCP, GMP, GlobalG.A.P.)
• Supervise, coach, and mentor production teams to improve performance and accountability
• Conduct ongoing quality checks to meet regulatory and customer expectations
• Optimize material usage, reduce waste, and support cost efficiency
• Maintain accurate production records and reports
• Enforce workplace safety and hygiene standards

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Food Science & Technology, Agriculture, Horticulture, or related field
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Knowledge of food safety systems and production best practices
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word & Excel)

Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in food processing, fresh produce, or packhouse supervision

• Oversee daily packhouse operations and ensure production targets are consistently met
• Maintain strict compliance with food safety and quality standards (HACCP, GMP, GlobalG.A.P.)
• Supervise, coach, and mentor production teams to improve performance and accountability
• Conduct ongoing quality checks to meet regulatory and customer expectations
• Optimize material usage, reduce waste, and support cost efficiency
• Maintain accurate production records and reports
• Enforce workplace safety and hygiene standards

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Knowledge of food safety systems and production best practices
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word & Excel)

• Diploma or Degree in Food Science & Technology, Agriculture, Horticulture, or related field