50 Pioneer Foods jobs in South Africa

Roles and Responsibilities:

We are looking for young men to be trained up as Production Operators to join our team. The suitable candidate will have the following attributes:

* Reliable

* Trustworthy

* Honest

* Positive Attitude

* Attention to Detail

* Read and Write

* Sober habits

* Great timekeeping & attendance

And must have:

* Grade 10 min but preferably Matric

* Contactable References

* No criminal record

*STRONG ADMIN SKILLS

Their duties will be as follows:

* Weighing up jobs

* Canning jobs

* Assisting in the factory where necessary

* Despatch Duties

* Any adhoc production operator duties

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R5 000,00 - R7 000,00 per month

Company Description

Multi-Globis (SA) Pty Ltd
, established in South Africa in 1993, has been distributing industrial raw materials and speciality chemicals to end-users in the following industries:

• Textile, Paint & Coating, Edible Oil Refining, Soap & Detergent, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Foam, and Food & Beverage

From its headquarters in Durban, in addition to serving its customers all across South Africa, the company also distributes its products both on indent and ex-stock basis to customers based in Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Lesotho, Botswana, Swaziland, Angola, and DR Congo.

Role Description

• We are hiring a
  Sales and Marketing Manager to lead our Food Ingredients Division for the

Food and Beverage industry in South Africa
.

• The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of proven experience in the sales and marketing of food ingredients and speciality chemicals, and will be responsible for developing and executing sales and business development strategies, building customer relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and achieving sales targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong, multi-level relationships with customers to increase market coverage and penetration.
• Assess market trends, prepare sales forecasts, secure orders, and analyze sales performance against allocated annual budget.
• Identify new business growth opportunities within the food ingredients and chemicals division.
• Strategically plan and execute initiatives to onboard new customers and introduce new products.
• Collaborate with the logistics/supply chain team to ensure timely delivery and optimal inventory levels.
• Conduct regular customer visits and prepare detailed market intelligence reports, including competition analysis, customer insights, new product developments and customer insights.
• Effectively handle customer complaints, ensuring timely resolution and implementing proactive measures to prevent recurrence.
• Work closely with international principals represented by the company in the region to develop win-win strategies for product growth.
• Effectively manage agency relationships within the food ingredients and chemicals industry.
• Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and strong leadership and organizational skills.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant experience in B2B sales and marketing of food ingredients and industrial chemicals.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of the South African food and beverage industry and product applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal).
• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven.
• Technical qualifications in Chemistry, Food Science, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fields are preferred but not mandatory.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

How To Apply

Interested candidates are invited to send their CV with the following information clearly

highlighted:

• Prior work experience, including types of general & specialty chemicals/food ingredients handled and end-user applications.
• Details of principal agencies (if any) you have managed and results achieved.
• Current and expected salary, along with any additional benefits or entitlements currently received.

Overview
About PepsiCo
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit

Responsibilities
Job Overview:
The purpose of a Production Operator in bread making is to ensure the efficient, safe, and consistent production of high-quality bread products by operating machinery, following recipes and production schedules and adhering to food safety and hygiene standards.

• Sort product by categories for different batches
• Ensure all packaging, damages, stock processes are followed (SOPs)
• Communication with supervisors regarding an issue on shift
• Record each batch number correctly per ingredient on the mixing sheet
• Adhere to food safety regulations to minimise risk to the product

Qualifications

• Minimum: NQF 4 or Grade 12 or similar relevant qualification
• 1-2 years of manufacturing experience

"PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act"

We are seeking a skilled
Production Line Machine Operator
to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality output. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operating Equipment
  : Manage machines and equipment along the production line, ensuring proper functionality.
• Monitoring Process: S
  upervise operations to detect and troubleshoot issues quickly.
• Quality Control
  : Inspecting finished products to make sure they meet specifications and standards.
• Maintaining Machines
  : Performing routine maintenance and reporting faults or breakdowns.
• Assembly Work
  : Assemble parts and contribute directly to the repair process.
• Following Safety Protocols
  : Adhering to workplace safety rules and keeping the environment hazard-free.
• Record Keeping
  : Documenting production data, machine performance, or any incidents.
• Experience in a Bearing environment will be an advantage

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Technical or vocational training in machinery operation or a related field is a plus.
• Previous experience as a machine operator or in a manufacturing/production environment preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of machine operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, or schematics.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and quality control standards in a production setting.
• Basic math and computer skills for recording production data.

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Good communication skills for coordinating with team members and supervisors.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new machinery and processes.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Strength to lift and move materials or products as required (typically up to 50 lbs).
• Comfortable working in environments with noise, heat, or cold, depending on the industry.

Package & Remuneration

• Contract:
  Immediately - June 2026 Months
• Salary:
  R55 per hour
• Location: Jet Park Gauteng

Only applicants that meet the minimum requirements will be considered

Interested?

If interested, please
apply directly through
email us directly at

N.B If emailing us directly
,
remember to insert
"Production Line Machine Operator"
in the email
subject line
, for consideration, and state which area you are applying for.

Job Title: Quality Control (QC) Analyst

Location: Cape Town, Ndabeni

Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role:

Barrs Pharmaceutical Industries (Pty) Ltd is seeking a skilled and experienced Quality Control Analyst to join our Quality team. This role is key in ensuring the highest quality standards for our raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct raw material, in-process, stability, and finished product testing.
• Perform analytical and microbiological testing in compliance with SOPs and GMP standards.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including HPLC, density meter, pH meter, potentiometer, Karl Fischer, conductivity meter, and other analytical instruments.
• Prepare, record, and interpret test results accurately and on time.
• Support continuous improvement in QC processes and maintain laboratory documentation.
• Assist in investigations, deviations, and reporting as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Tertiary qualification in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology or a related field.
• 3–4 years' experience as a QC Analyst in the pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry.
• Hands-on experience with raw material testing, analytical chemistry, microbiology, and stability testing.
• Proficiency in operating HPLC and other key analytical equipment.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, GLP, and regulatory compliance.

Key Competencies:

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and supporting documents to

Closing date: 19 September 2025

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks after the closing date of applications, please consider your application unsuccessful.

PRODUCTION TEAM LEADER

Accountable for specialist outputs and initiating changes in policies, procedures, standards and services within inter-related functional areas of responsibility. This role will work with various closely related concrete variables, requiring an understanding of the theory or practices underpinning inter-related functional processes.

Job Purpose

The purpose of this role is to enable achievement of Production targets, within area of responsibility, through effectively executing on production activities and ensuring adherence to an operational and financial framework of practices, processes, standards and controls

Key Accountabilities and Outputs

Actively engage at regional level in the End-to-End Sales and Operational Planning Process

• Contribute to the Material Planning process as well as the execution of the Material Plan for region of responsibility
• Ensure that the Daily Production / Manufacturing Schedule is aligned to ensure delivery in line with customer requirements
• Work in conjunction with the Production Manager to guarantee order fulfilment in line with customer requirements, cost, quality and time parameters
• Produce / Manufacture Product
• Monitor the Daily Production / Manufacturing Schedule to ensure timeous product delivery to customers.
• Execute on the entire end to end Production/Manufacturing process for relevant region
• Infrastructure Maintenance

• Ensure that all Infrastructure are maintained to ensure optimal capacity usage and availability

• SHERQ framework, initiatives and communications

• Assist with monitoring SHERQ Compliance in region of responsibility

• General Business, Financial and People Management
• Actively participate in operational planning and budgeting processes
• Drive continuous improvement through streamlining and optimising relevant operational practices, processes and systems
• Ensure adherence to operational and financial frameworks of practices, processes, standards and controls
• Control cost and take the necessary action to mitigate any financial risks or non-compliance

• Ensure that the right people capacity is in place and manage employee performance through effective and goal directed people leadership

• Adherence to the health, safety, food and environmental standards

• Staff shall adhere to all Food Safety Policies and PRPs and shall adhere to and enforce all food safety requirements at all times

• Staff shall adhere to Health, Safety & Environmental Policies and PRPs and shall adhere to and enforce all Health and Safety requirements at all times
• Visitor and Contractor Policy staff shall ensure that visitors or contractors entering the facility are signed in, escorted and wear PPE, are aware of the hygiene policies and do not smoke, eat or drink inside the facility
• Code of Practice staff shall maintain high levels of personal hygiene in accordance with the code of conduct
• Handwashing Procedure Ensuring staff are cleaning and sanitizing hands efficiently before handling the product.
• Physical Contamination Control Policy and Procedure Staff shall be aware of the potential of physical product contamination. Staff is aware of control measures to prevent physical contamination.
• Safety, Health and Environment Policy Staff take reasonable measures to ensure health and safety hazards do not occur. Should an accident occur, staff shall be aware of the procedure of reporting the incident.
• First Aid Policy Staff are aware of the first aider on site. Staff is trained to report injuries and illness to supervisors/first aiders.
• Conversant with relevant business information, policies, processes and procedures
• Maintains expected performance standards
• Enforce compliance with relevant legislative and statutory requirements
• Enforce GMPs and conduct themselves in a manner conducive with food safety practices
• Attend Training and enforce learnings from the training for Quality, Food Safety and Health & Safety that been prescribed for them
• Be vigilant of food defense and food fraud risks
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping within the work environment
• Qualifications and Experience
• Diploma in Production Management or Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial)
• Leadership Capability (TLDP)
• Up to 4 years experience (Supervisory) Supervisory; FMCG (bottling preferred)
• MS Excel; MS Word; E Mail

PRODUCTION TEAM LEADER

Accountable for specialist outputs and initiating changes in policies, procedures, standards and services within inter-related functional areas of responsibility. This role will work with various closely related concrete variables, requiring an understanding of the theory or practices underpinning inter-related functional processes.

Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to enable achievement of Production targets, within area of responsibility, through effectively executing on production activities and ensuring adherence to an operational and financial framework of practices, processes, standards and controls

Key Accountabilities And Outputs
Actively engage at regional level in the End-to-End Sales and Operational Planning Process

• Contribute to the Material Planning process as well as the execution of the Material Plan for region of responsibility
• Ensure that the Daily Production / Manufacturing Schedule is aligned to ensure delivery in line with customer requirements
• Work in conjunction with the Production Manager to guarantee order fulfilment in line with customer requirements, cost, quality and time parameters
• Produce / Manufacture Product
• Monitor the Daily Production / Manufacturing Schedule to ensure timeous product delivery to customers.
• Execute on the entire end to end Production/Manufacturing process for relevant region
• Infrastructure Maintenance
• Ensure that all Infrastructure are maintained to ensure optimal capacity usage and availability
• SHERQ framework, initiatives and communications
• Assist with monitoring SHERQ Compliance in region of responsibility
• General Business, Financial and People Management
• Actively participate in operational planning and budgeting processes
• Drive continuous improvement through streamlining and optimising relevant operational practices, processes and systems
• Ensure adherence to operational and financial frameworks of practices, processes, standards and controls
• Control cost and take the necessary action to mitigate any financial risks or non-compliance
• Ensure that the right people capacity is in place and manage employee performance through effective and goal directed people leadership
• Adherence to the health, safety, food and environmental standards
• Staff shall adhere to all Food Safety Policies and PRP's and shall adhere to and enforce all food safety requirements at all times
• Staff shall adhere to Health, Safety & Environmental Policies and PRP's and shall adhere to and enforce all Health and Safety requirements at all times
• Visitor and Contractor Policy - staff shall ensure that visitors or contractors entering the facility are signed in, escorted and wear PPE, are aware of the hygiene policies and do not smoke, eat or drink inside the facility
• Code of Practice - staff shall maintain high levels of personal hygiene in accordance with the code of conduct
• Handwashing Procedure - Ensuring staff are cleaning and sanitizing hands efficiently before handling the product.
• Physical Contamination Control Policy and Procedure - Staff shall be aware of the potential of physical product contamination. Staff is aware of control measures to prevent physical contamination.
• Safety, Health and Environment Policy - Staff take reasonable measures to ensure health and safety hazards do not occur. Should an accident occur, staff shall be aware of the procedure of reporting the incident.
• First Aid Policy - Staff are aware of the first aider on site. Staff is trained to report injuries and illness to supervisors/first aiders.
• Conversant with relevant business information, policies, processes and procedures
• Maintains expected performance standards
• Enforce compliance with relevant legislative and statutory requirements
• Enforce GMP's and conduct themselves in a manner conducive with food safety practices
• Attend Training and enforce learnings from the training for Quality, Food Safety and Health & Safety that been prescribed for them
• Be vigilant of food defense and food fraud risks
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping within the work environment
• Qualifications and Experience
• Diploma in Production Management or Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial)
• Leadership Capability (TLDP)
• Up to 4 years' experience (Supervisory) Supervisory; FMCG (bottling preferred)
• MS Excel; MS Word; E Mail