Abattoir Operations Manager
Bright Search Recruitment (Pty) Ltd Springs
JOB SPECIFICATION: OPERATIONS MANAGER ABATTOIR / MEAT PROCESSING
Purpose of the role:
Build supplier relationships and negotiate pricing.
Oversee stock control, yield tracking, and system reconciliation.
Ensure accurate costing, margin tracking, and reporting.
Lead and optimise workforce across departments.
Improve production flow, efficiency, and FIFO stock control.
Manage distribution schedules and logistics coordination.
Oversee fleet maintenance, compliance, and hygiene standards.
Supervise maintenance planning and service providers.
Offal & Value-Added Production
Improve offal processing efficiency and hygiene
Develop packaging systems and new product opportunities (including by-products)
Food Safety & Compliance
Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and HACCP standards
Lead food safety reviews and maintain regulatory requirements
Continuous Improvement
Drive operational improvements, cost reduction, and waste minimisation
Implement systems to improve productivity and profitability
Key Competencies
Operational leadership
Process improvement
Financial and yield analysis
Staff development
Attention to detail
Food safety compliance
Logistics coordination
Minimum Requirements
Diploma/Degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Meat Technology, Operations Management, or related field (preferred)
Minimum 5 years experience in abattoir, meat processing, or food production
Strong knowledge of meat processing, carcass utilisation, and yield management
Experience with stock control systems and production software
Sound knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards
Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Purpose of the role:
We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee end-to-end abattoir and meat processing operations. The role focuses on livestock procurement, production efficiency, cost control, food safety compliance, and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities: Livestock Procurement & Costing
Source and procure livestock aligned with production needs.Build supplier relationships and negotiate pricing.
Monitor market trends, manage supply planning, and control input costs.
Production & Systems ManagementOversee stock control, yield tracking, and system reconciliation.
Ensure accurate costing, margin tracking, and reporting.
Maintain pricing structures and support sales administration.
Operations & Staff ManagementLead and optimise workforce across departments.
Improve production flow, efficiency, and FIFO stock control.
Implement training plans and cross-skilling initiatives.
Logistics, Fleet & MaintenanceManage distribution schedules and logistics coordination.
Oversee fleet maintenance, compliance, and hygiene standards.
Supervise maintenance planning and service providers.
Offal & Value-Added Production
Improve offal processing efficiency and hygiene
Develop packaging systems and new product opportunities (including by-products)
Food Safety & Compliance
Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and HACCP standards
Lead food safety reviews and maintain regulatory requirements
Continuous Improvement
Drive operational improvements, cost reduction, and waste minimisation
Implement systems to improve productivity and profitability
Key Competencies
Operational leadership
Process improvement
Financial and yield analysis
Staff development
Attention to detail
Food safety compliance
Logistics coordination
Minimum Requirements
Diploma/Degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Meat Technology, Operations Management, or related field (preferred)
Minimum 5 years experience in abattoir, meat processing, or food production
Strong knowledge of meat processing, carcass utilisation, and yield management
Experience with stock control systems and production software
Sound knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards
Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Remuneration: Competitive salary based on experience.
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