• • 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.