15 Jobs in Harrismith

• Qualified diesel mechanic and or trade test certificates advantageous
• At least 5 or more previous years experience in a similar role
• Extensive repair and maintenance knowledge of farm equipment
• Must have a high level of energy with a positive can-do attitude and willingness to go the extra mile
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Valid drivers license

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Beef and Cropping departments
• Supervise farm staff and provide training as needed
• Develop and implement farm plans and budgets
• Monitor crop production and livestock health
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations

To drive the technical performance of raw material and product processes to achieve optimum productivity and world-class quality standards, while maintaining operational costs within budget.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Qualified Wheat Miller (GMF)
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in a wheat milling environment

Key Performance Areas

• Lead regular operational meetings, ensure effective information flow across departments, compile performance reports, and align team efforts with company values and goals.
• Drive technical performance, optimise milling processes, and ensure equipment efficiency.
• Maintain consistent product quality, manage grading and compliance with HACCP and ISO standards.
• Monitor and control operational costs, ensuring alignment with budget targets.
• Manage and develop technical staff, enforce policies, and lead performance appraisals.
• Oversee infestation control, hygiene standards, and safe use of fumigation practices.
• Implement innovative solutions, manage non-conformance processes, and drive training initiatives.

Technical Competencies

• Strong management, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• In-depth knowledge of grading regulations
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
• Crisis management and decision-making under pressure
• Compliance with world-class manufacturing standards

Behavioural Competencies

• Accountability and reliability
• Hardworking and willing to work overtime
• Innovation and proactive thinking
• Quality and safety orientation
• Positive attitude and team collaboration

Closing Date: 19 September 2025

Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applicants who have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date may assume that their applications have been unsuccessful and are hereby thanked for their interest.

The filling of this position will be aligned with AFGRI's Employment Equity Policy.

Applicants are informed that in order to be considered for any application for employment, we will have to process their personal information. A law, known as the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA), provides that when one processes another's personal information, such collection, retention, dissemination and use of that person's personal information must be done in a lawful and transparent manner.

In order to give effect to this right, we are under a duty to provide you with a number of details pertaining to the processing of your personal information. These details are housed under the HR Processing Notice, which can be accessed and viewed on the AFGRI Group website, which HR Processing Notice, we request that you kindly download and read.

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It's who we are as a company. It's our culture. It's our heritage. And more than ever, it's our future. A future where we're always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life's moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
The
key purpose
of this role is to ensure optimum volume throughput and utilization of brewery resources and people, in order to support central planning in the supply of stock for grid requirements.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Liaise with Central Planning regarding development of short- and medium-term production plans and shift patterns.
• Develop production schedules and manage changes as necessary – weekly and daily packaging and brewing/racking schedules which align to central planning requirements
• taking into account production constraints whilst optimally utilizing production resources.
• Monitor container supply to production through correspondence with warehouse, depots and raw materials and factor into production plans.
• Monitor new container injection and allocate accordingly.
• Monitor raw materials supply to production through correspondence with raw materials controllers and factor into production plans.
• Monitor full beer stock levels and plan production accordingly through interaction with depots and Central Planning.
• Report and agree production volumes, reliability and efficiencies – daily, weekly and monthly.
• Communicate and network with key stakeholders.
• Co-ordinate revision of and application of Brewing and Packaging operating standards.
• Represent the planning aspects on project teams relating to NPD and/or promotions.
• Monitor and schedule required maintenance in a cost-effective manner whilst delivering the required volume output.

Key Attributes and Competencies:

• High energy levels with a bias for action.
• Proactive, good self-starting ability – ability to work with little or no supervision and taking own initiative.
• Good problem solving ability, attention to detail, logical and analytical.
• Good planning and communication skills.
• Business and financial acumen and strong project management & problem solving capability.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to build internal relationships.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Credibility with Brewery Line Management.
• Candidate should be systematic and work accurately.
• Ability to handle stress.
• Willingness to work outside of normal working hours.

Minimum Requirements:

• A degree or equivalent tertiary qualification. Ideally an Industrial Engineering qualification.
• A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, or within a similar function.
• Knowledge of the Supply Network Planning process, and manufacturing execution systems will be
• advantageous.
• Basic financial knowledge.
• PC Literacy – basic Excel and database management skills.
• Knowledge of Production and Distribution value chains.

Additional Information:

• Band - VIII

ABInBev is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in line with ABInBev employment equity plan and talent requirements. The advertisement has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional/ relevant information as criteria for short-listing.

Company Description

FERRERO GROEP is a company based in Grootdraai Harrismith, Harrismith, Free State, South Africa. We are dedicated to providing high-quality products and are recognized as a reputable player in our industry. Our operations are committed to upholding the highest standards of excellence, ensuring customer satisfaction, and fostering a positive workplace environment for our employees.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role located in Harrismith for a Line Manager in the Apple Packhouse. The Line Manager will oversee daily operations, manage staff, ensure productivity and quality standards are met, and maintain effective communication with team members. Responsibilities include training new employees, analyzing production data, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality protocols. Young and energetic person with a good understanding of packing fruit.

Qualifications

• Strong People Management and Training skills
• Excellent Analytical Skills and Operations Management experience
• Effective Communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience in the agricultural or food production industry is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Management, Agriculture, or related field preferred
• Experience with MAF Roda is an advantage.

Company: Nestlé

Location: Harrismith

Qualification: Degree qualification in Warehouse or any other Supply Chain Management qualification

Experience: 5 years relevant experience in a Senior Leadership role

Closing Date: 19 September 2025

Position Summary

With a history spanning over 150 years, Nestlé didn't become the world's leading food and beverages brand by chance. Perfection is at the heart of what we do, and our people are always looking for the next big idea to cement our status. We are now looking for a Warehouse Manager to be based in Harrismith Factory.

In this role you will be responsible for planning, executing, managing & controlling all activities associated with the effective receiving, handling, storage & internal movement of all finished goods & raw material from point of arrival through to final assembly of orders ready for dispatch in correct quantity, time & condition to ensure that the factory operates at maximum efficiency.

A day in the life of a Warehouse Manager:

WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS

• To plan, execute, manage & control the daily operations of storing, picking, and replenishing.
• Ensure that warehouse floor space and height capacity are utilized to its maximum potential.
• Monitor and ensure all Warehouse building and premises maintenance is attended to timeously and safely.
• Ensure that the targeted OBD's for Freight, Export and Transport Departments are picked up, checked and invoiced each day by shift in accordance with the priority listing.
• Ensure incoming vehicles are all off-loaded in accordance with the planning schedule set up by Receiving.
• Ensure that goods received daily by receiving and GRA are captured into the stock mainstream and put away accurately, and without delay, to avoid being out of stock, and optimize service levels
• Ensure that stock losses / gains are minimized to Factory's agreed objective.
• Ensure that Ageing Stock reports are monitored and reacted on closely and write off documents raised timely with FICO support
• Ensure that warehouse stock damages are managed to agreed standards and disposed of and accounted for as per procedures. Ensure effective operation of stock rotation system (F.I.F.O.)
• Ensure premises are secured and safe at end of shift. Ensure that all internal systems and procedures are in place and adhered to.

FIXED COST BUDGET

• Prepare annual fixed cost budget for Department. Manage this budget to ensure targets are achieved. Authorize expenditure through the SAP Purchasing system. Perform revisions on budget as and when required. Report on variances and maintain status
• Prepare Capex budget for the financial year for Warehouse equipment. Prepare Long Term Planning Budget.

DATA ACCURACY

• As a data enterer, capture complete, accurate data and as per data standard on time to the relevant system. Adhere to the best practices for data management and business excellence.

BAD GOODS MANAGEMENT

• Manage the control of Bad Goods within the warehouse. Manage the recording and removal of all Bad Goods ex Warehouse
• Ensure company Policy with regard write off is strictly adhered to Responsible for monthly Stats and Reporting ex warehouse.

HOUSEKEEPING

• Actively encourage and ensure Nestle housekeeping standards. Direct the daily cleaning of the Warehouse by an external cleaning company. Ensure planned and effective infestation controls are in place and performed by external pest control service provider.

HEALTH AND SAFETY (RISK MANAGEMENT)

• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Actively participate on SHE committee and encourage Health and Safety among subordinates. Enforce SHE policies and procedures in the workplace and ensure adherence thereto. Ensure racking inspections are performed daily and monthly, documented and corrective action taken where required. Ensure stacking height limitations are adhered to. Ensure contingency plans are in place and practiced with regard firefighting and evacuations. Ensure that planned maintenance is carried out on all key installations e.g. standby generator, fire detection system, sprinkler system
• Co assists the Security Manager in ensuring systems and procedures are in place to prevent and control stock losses.

MECHANICAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT

• Ensure that all mechanical handling equipment is maintained and serviced as per supplier's specifications or agreed company
• standards. Ensure that daily inspections are performed and recorded. Ensure that all Operators are correctly licensed and trained to operate relevant equipment.

STAFF MANAGEMENT

• Provide effective motivation and leadership. Apply Nestle Management and Leadership principles. Communicate all relevant business information to staff. Perform continuous Knowledge Transfer of stock handling and other disciplines. Apply and ensure application of HR policies and procedures Time and attendance and overtime control/authorization utilization. KRONOS and ESS.
• Participate in the recruitment process for the department. Implement and manage Performance Plans for direct reports
• Set KPI's and manage these for the Department. Perform appraisals as and when required. Arrange Training and Development identified.

What will make you successful?

• Minimum Degree qualification in Warehouse or any other Supply Chain Management qualification
• 5yrs management experience at senior departmental level
• Sound understanding of Warehousing and Transport
• Good Communication skills Windows Office Suite Literate
• SAP proficiency

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.

Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.

This "house of brands" we've established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

Job Description

the ideal candidate should have a strong background in high-speed multicolour flexographic printing machines preferably from the printing and packaging industry.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a machine operator
• Proven experience as a flexographic printer or similar role in a printing and packaging environment.
• Strong understanding of flexographic printing processes and multicolour flexographic printing machines.
• Strong understanding of flexographic inks, stereo tapes and pantone colours.
• Ability to read and interpret job cards and printing specifications.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to be a team player in fast pace environment.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy printing equipment and operate printing equipment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours as needed to meet production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multicolour flexographic printing machines including mounting and setting of stereos to produce high-quality printed materials.
• Monitor print quality throughout production run and perform adjustments as needed.
• Coordinate with production team to ensure timely completion of print orders.
• Perform housekeeping tasks, maintain and clean printing equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that may arise during printing process.
• Follow all company safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform routine maintenance including preventative maintenance on printing machines to ensure longevity and proper functioning.

Skills & Competencies

• Good planning and time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Proficient in computer literacy (MS Office)
• Ability to multitask and work independently under pressure
• Self-driven and self-motivated with a passion for paper bag manufacturing or other packaging production environments

Other Information

• The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
• VKB Group and/or its subsidiary companies will use any personal data collected through the job opportunities section of this website for recruitment purposes only and, should your application be successful, for purposes connected with your employment.
• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities
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Dreaming big is in our DNA. It's who we are as a company. It's our culture. It's our heritage. And more than ever, it's our future. A future where we're always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life's moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
The
Key Purpose
of the Process Artisan is the operation of the process area according to work instructions, the execution of non-destructive quality checks, and carrying out of routine maintenance.

Key Functions and Responsibilities:
Operating and Process Control

• Operate the process area according to the work instructions and adhere to usage standards.
• Carry out the required quality checks as described in the quality control and analysis work practice.
• Record waste on the appropriate documentation or information systems, and review waste trends to identify problems or opportunities timeously.
• Constantly review process performance against target, and complete all short interval control documentation.
• Respond rapidly to upstream or downstream triggers that result in stoppages.
• Follow appropriate problem-solving approaches as detailed in the problem-solving work practice.
• Perform housekeeping tasks, apply 5S principles, and follow safe work practices.
• Identify and correct unsafe work practices.
• Assist fellow team members in the execution of their tasks.

Maintenance of Plant and Equipment

• Carry out in-depth cleaning, lubrication and inspection of machines according to the work instructions and maintenance planner schedules.
• Carry out routine maintenance activities according to the maintenance schedule. Escalate larger problems to the team leader.
• Take part in maintenance and cleaning days in support of the maintenance team and planner schedule.
• Participate in maintenance post-mortems in support of maintenance specialist support.
• Monitor trends during routine maintenance and take corrective action where trends indicate underlying problems (involving SBU, maintenance controller or maintenance support as required).
• Carry out non-destructive quality checks and analyses when operating, as per work instructions.
• Record results of quality checks on the relevant documentation or information system.
• Where production does not meet quality standards, attempt to identify and resolve problems using appropriate techniques. Escalate unresolved problems to the team leader for further direction.

Communication

• Actively participate in shift meetings, ask questions to test understanding and contribute suggestions.
• Use the gap list to record issues, problems and improvement opportunities.
• Fully understand team goals and participate in team goal review sessions.
• Participate in FFA's when requested.
• Use relevant communication media (e.g. shift logbook) to stay informed and inform others of issues.

Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement

• Apply appropriate problem-solving techniques (e.g. 5Y, quick fix routines) to identify and correct problems.
• Escalate problems to fellow team members or the team leader if unable to resolve independently.
• Verify that resolved problems have been fully eliminated.
• Use run/control charts and trend analysis to identify sources of waste and variation.
• Use short stop analysis, Pareto charts and other tools to identify opportunities to simplify activities.
• Record identified improvement opportunities on the team gap list.
• Involve other team members in evaluating opportunities and call in specialist resources where required.

Key Attributes and Competencies:

• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Attention to detail with a strong focus on safety and quality.
• Problem-solving mindset with willingness to escalate issues appropriately.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, process-driven environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• N4 Qualification, Mechanical or Electrical.
• Trade Test, Mechanical or Electrical.

Additional Information:

• Band: X

AB InBev is an equal opportunity employer and all appointments will be made in line with SAB/AB InBev employment equity plan and talent requirements. The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for short-listing