Current Vacancies at RCL FOODS

• As an Area Marketer, you will be required to be an effective marketer to area customers by maintaining regular contact and providing relevant solutions based on a clear understanding of the customers’ business, the macro environment, and Vector products.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric.
• Marketing and Sales Degree or Diploma (preferable).
• Valid Code EB drivers’ license.
• 1 to 2 years direct selling experience.
• Must have 2 - 5 Years FMCG experience.

Knowledge:

• Sales and relationship management principles.
• Vector products.
• The market.
• Marketing principles and practices.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Customer Engagement:

• Where not defined, establish an effective route plan to achieve maximum call rate efficiencies each day for the quarter.
• Conduct research, preparation and planning to achieve the relevant objectives for both Vector and the customer. This includes: Analysis of the customer’s micro (business objectives, operational capacity, storage facilities, wastage etc) and macro environment (trends, competitors, economic climate etc).
• Analysis of Vector products and capabilities so that the right solutions can be matched to the gaps or opportunities found in the customer analysis.
• Setting SMART call objectives for each customer (at least 2 per call).
• Preparation to handle potential objections. Preparation of questions to gain insight and lead customer to the right solution.
• Securing the necessary resources to demonstrate to the customer the relevant solution (e.g. products needed for demonstrations, financial tools, product brochures, etc).
• Based on the above analysis, put together a quarterly planner that shows potential revenue and new line listings, by customer, to deliver against set targets.
• Where relevant use the IT system to assist in planning quarterly.
• In call, follow up previous sold solutions and present new opportunities based on real insight from the research and analysis done.
• Take orders of new line listings and other relevant solution products. Launch new products into assigned customers.
• Conduct planned promotions with assigned customers.

Feedback:

• Provide quality feedback to the supply chain and other relevant functions when required as well as when there is pertinent information (i.e. competitor activity).

Team Coordination and Self-Management:

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning, prioritising and self-development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution. Support and drive the business core values.
• Manage colleagues and clients’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Champion training and development of self and others through utilising available training opportunities or contributing to the development of new training solutions in collaboration with national training specialists.
• Participate in and drive regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.
• Maintain a basic appreciation and awareness of employee relations climate and ensure corrective action is taken where required in line with relevant legislation and company policy.

As the Area Marketer, the job holder is expected to:

• Make direct operational and logistical decisions that relate to his/her own activities and targets.
• Immediately respond to and where possible solve operational, logistical, and customer-related problems within the ambit of responsibility.
• Identify and implement innovations, particularly those that will increase market share and the number and range of products being introduced into customers.

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• As an Area Marketer, you will be required to be an effective marketer to area customers by maintaining regular contact and providing relevant solutions based on a clear understanding of the customers’ business, the macro environment, and Vector products.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric.
• Marketing and Sales Degree or Diploma (preferable).
• Valid Code EB drivers’ license.
• 1 to 2 years direct selling experience.
• Must have 2 - 5 Years FMCG experience.

Knowledge:

• Sales and relationship management principles.
• Vector products.
• The market.
• Marketing principles and practices.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Customer Engagement:

• Where not defined, establish an effective route plan to achieve maximum call rate efficiencies each day for the quarter.
• Conduct research, preparation and planning to achieve the relevant objectives for both Vector and the customer. This includes: Analysis of the customer’s micro (business objectives, operational capacity, storage facilities, wastage etc) and macro environment (trends, competitors, economic climate etc).
• Analysis of Vector products and capabilities so that the right solutions can be matched to the gaps or opportunities found in the customer analysis.
• Setting SMART call objectives for each customer (at least 2 per call).
• Preparation to handle potential objections. Preparation of questions to gain insight and lead customer to the right solution.
• Securing the necessary resources to demonstrate to the customer the relevant solution (e.g. products needed for demonstrations, financial tools, product brochures, etc).
• Based on the above analysis, put together a quarterly planner that shows potential revenue and new line listings, by customer, to deliver against set targets.
• Where relevant use the IT system to assist in planning quarterly.
• In call, follow up previous sold solutions and present new opportunities based on real insight from the research and analysis done.
• Take orders of new line listings and other relevant solution products. Launch new products into assigned customers.
• Conduct planned promotions with assigned customers.

Feedback:

• Provide quality feedback to the supply chain and other relevant functions when required as well as when there is pertinent information (i.e. competitor activity).

Team Coordination and Self-Management:

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning, prioritising and self-development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution. Support and drive the business core values.
• Manage colleagues and clients’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Champion training and development of self and others through utilising available training opportunities or contributing to the development of new training solutions in collaboration with national training specialists.
• Participate in and drive regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.
• Maintain a basic appreciation and awareness of employee relations climate and ensure corrective action is taken where required in line with relevant legislation and company policy.

As the Area Marketer, the job holder is expected to:

• Make direct operational and logistical decisions that relate to his/her own activities and targets.
• Immediately respond to and where possible solve operational, logistical, and customer-related problems within the ambit of responsibility.
• Identify and implement innovations, particularly those that will increase market share and the number and range of products being introduced into customers.

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The purpose of the role is to ensure that plant maintenance is done effectively and accurately in such a way to ensure the minimum downtime.

Minimum Requirements   

• Must have a N4 or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering plus trade test.
• Trade Tested Millwright Minimum 5-10 years of post-trade experience working in a production line or FMCG maintenance experience.
• PLC/VSD Drives experience will be an advantage.
• Knowledge in mixers, dividers, proofers and conveyor systems will be an advantage.
• Oven burners and bakery equipment will be an advantage.
• Ability to communicate on all levels.
• Ability to work systematically. Ability to prioritize workload.
• Report writing and analysis. Mentoring apprentices.
• Must be able to work shifts and be available on callouts and standby if required.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of the machines do not deteriorate.
• Inspect drives, motors, belts, bearings, replace filters and perform other maintenance actions following checklists. Be able to comply with Food safety standards, and previous FMCG experience will be an advantage.
• Assemble, install and / or repair, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment on steam and waterlines.
• Ensure that your department complies with all Health and Safety requirements.
• Record maintenance and repair work performed.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Projects and machine installations.
• Accurate completion of administrative forms.

Closing Date    
2023/07/31

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• RCL FOODS is looking for an incumbent to oversee: Production Planning, Operations Management, SHERQ, Cost Control, Team Supervision and Administration and Reporting.

Minimum Requirements   

• National Diploma/ Tertiary Qualification in Production Management/ Industrial Engineering
• Min 2 years’ relevant experience, including supervision, in a unionized FMCG food manufacturing plant
• Knowledge of HACCP, Quality Management Systems, GMP, OHSACT

Duties & Responsibilities    
Production Planning

• Obtain and communicate daily production plan, ensure man load at full capacity, request additional resources if needed

Operations Management

• Follow assigned production plan, prioritize work to ensure deadlines are met and alert Processing Manager of deviations
• Conduct required checks for start-up, during shift and sign off and ensure relevant data is recorded correctly
• Do calculations to establish most effective use of resources allocated, i.e. cost, people, time, etc
• Ensure smooth flow and movement of product through the plant to avoid contamination
• Work with existing processes and procedures in such a way that operational efficiencies and performance are enhanced
• Recommend new and different ways of doing things to improve production efficiency and performance
• Ensure product adheres to specification, stop production immediately and report to Factory Manager if there are deviances

SHERQ

• Ensure compliance to SOP’s
• Understand and monitor safety, health and quality standards:
• Monitor hygiene on the line –
• Ensure line meets all hygiene standards prior to start-up, take corrective action and inform Processing Manager of delays
• Sign off on cleaning team to ensure cleanliness of work area
• Check that shut down cleanout and housekeeping are done properly
• Monitor SHEQ compliance
• Ensure compliance to HACCP and ISO regulations
• Implement and ensure compliance with national best operating practice
• Ensure quality standards are implemented correctly:
• Report non-conformance
• Follow clear procedures to find practical solutions to problems pertaining to quality
• Liaise with Quality Controllers to monitor quality of product

Cost Control

• Monitor the line to ensure work is executed consistently according to SOP’s to minimize waste and reduce consumption where possible
• Monitor the usage of material:
• Draw correct quantity of packing material from stores to daily planned utilisation in production
• Identify and report wastage of materials/product
• Issue PPE and motivate additional PPE required
• Report machinery and equipment not in good working order immediately
• Alert Processing Manager when there are excess resources on the line to minimise cost

Administration and reporting

• Capture processing data accurately, completely and timeously into the information system daily
• Perform required checks and record data accurately
• Record hourly targets for statistical purposes

Team Supervision

• Supervise people performance
• Ensure production targets are met
• Manage non-performance
• Initiate disciplinary hearings when needed
• Monitor time and attendance, complete all timesheets daily and report on absenteeism
• Coordinate leave requests and escalate for authorisation
• Complete leave and general time management documentation in line with company policy
• Escalate leave request to Processing Manager for approval
• Continually assess the competence of the team and ensure development of knowledge and skills
• Ensure subordinates apply the RCL Foods disciplinary code correctly
• Develop supportive relationships with reports and encourage team spirit
• Communicate actively and effectively resolving any potential conflicts
• Provide on the job training to Process Leaders

Closing Date    
2023/07/31

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• The role will be based in Centurion and will require a driven and energetic Intern to provide day to day support for the relevant team.
• The successful candidate will be given exposure to the relevant discipline of their studies within the business. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Diploma / Degree in Supply Chain Management. 
• Most updated Curriculum Vitae. 

Duties & Responsibilities    

• To provide administrative support to the Procurement / Supply Chain department.

Closing Date    
2023/07/26

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• The main purpose of this role is to provide independent oversight regarding the effectiveness of and adherence to Group internal controls. 
• This role will be based in Westville and report to the Internal Audit Manager.

Minimum Requirements    

• Relevant B Degree
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or CA (SA) - Advantageous
• SAP experience would be advantageous
• At least 3 years experience in auditing activities
• FMCG industry experience would be advantageous

Duties & Responsibilities    
Audit Planning and Execution

• Engage line management to determine current business processes and documents.
• Identify risks and internal controls already implemented.
• Evaluate the adequacy of controls.
• Recommend the most appropriate controls (where non-existent), aligned to organizational policies and procedures.
• Assist the Internal Audit Manager in preparing a risk-based internal audit plan on an annual basis
• Conduct audits by the Annual Audit Plan and Audit Methodology.
• Conduct audit testing of specified processes to test the adequacy of the design and operational effectiveness of controls.

Follow-up Audit Execution

• Determine line managers’ compliance with recommendations.
• Physically verify compliance and submit a report.
• Conduct the requested assignment under the supervision of the Internal Audit Manager.

Reporting

• Record deviations from the established processes.
• Compile findings, root causes, potential effects, recommendations, and line managers commitment (what, when, how) for consideration by the Audit Manager.

KPI’s

• Manager’s satisfaction with risk assessment and audit program
• Quality of findings
• Quality of management response
• Assignments conducted on time and within the budget
• Results of audit satisfaction questionnaires
• Manager’s satisfaction with finding reports

Closing Date    
2023/08/20

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• RCL Foods entrusts the Maintenance Manager to manage with a dedicated focus the day-to-day maintenance operation in area of responsibility with his team of foreman and artisans. The role includes prioritizing, scheduling and allocation of maintenance tasks to different disciplines of the engineering department i.e., electrical or mechanical artisans. The maintenance manager is responsible for controlling of the approved maintenance budget. This role has a legal GMR2.7 responsibility to oversee all aspects of Engineering on the main site and Oil Plant.

Minimum Requirements    

• A Degree or Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• GCC factories (advantageous)
• Certified Energy Manager (Advantageous).
• Excellent understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Exchange information in a clear and concise manner (both written and verbal) to senior staff and subordinates.
• Work flexible hours and some weekends as required

Duties & Responsibilities    
Maintenance Project planning

• Provide input into capex to reduce plant down time and improve efficiencies of machines and lines.
• Develop SOP’s for plant and equipment to ensure the correct and safe operation of equipment.
• Insure that all maintenance project work in the plants is carried out and completed to the highest level of trade-man quality and to safe food requirements.
• Manage outside maintenance contractors to ensure the integrity of the maintenance team and carry out corrective action when required.
• Department Management – Loss control, asset management, spares utilization and stock holding, all administrative duties,
• Conduct weekly maintenance project meetings to insure all disciplines are aligned and that capex targets dates met in view of the year planner.
• Preparation of all capitalized major maintenance and capital request motivations and supporting documentation.
• Creating and keeping of an archive on each maintenance project for future references.
• Handle all maintenance related investigations around IOD’s to establish all the facts to ensure prevention where possible and to address unacceptable or dangerous behavior that can lead to injuries.
• Safety control of contractors.

Maintenance

• Develop and implement an effective planned preventative maintenance system for the plants as well as oversee major repairs of breakdowns thus minimising R&M costs at Pretoria West Milling.
• Ensure all buildings and accessories are utilised into risk, security, safety, health, HACCP AND ISO22000, 14000, 18000, FSSC 22 000.
• Ensure all electrical equipment and installations are maintained or installed in accordance with statutory requirements and business needs.
• Oversee repairs and maintenance on all other utilities.
• Optimise efficiencies and utilisation of assets with the objective of minimising the costs per unit.
• Drive sustainable maintenance practices throughout the plant.
• Manage maintenance team and ensure that planned maintenance programmes are implemented to enable optimal asset utilisation.
• Ensure that maintenance practices and procurement processes are aligned to business standards.
• Management of all planned maintenance, preventative schedules, work requests and break downs, with support from planner and Maintenance Manager.
• Ensure that all are working according to safety regulations and ensure the enforcement of food safety requirements.
• Be available on call out and work on weekends or when necessary to ensure optimal performance of team and effective maintenance of equipment.
• Ensure that the Planner develops a work schedule for all activities to be performed.
• Organises meetings with maintenance staff and prepares inspection reports.
• Performs work inspections and checks for completeness of tasks.
• Determines material, equipment, and supplies to be used.
• Co-ordinates daily activities of engineering personnel.
• Coordinates and manage, inspects, repairs, and maintains to all plant and equipment.
• Plan and manage leave roster of maintenance staff.
• Act as Engineering manager carrying the GMR 2.1 responsibility in the absence of the engineering manager.
• Act as Engineering manager carrying the fire marshal activities in the absence of the engineering manager.

Risk Management

• In terms of design use and maintenance, ensure all equipment and associated maintenance activities comply with health, safety, security and other legal requirements.

Operational Engineering Management

• Drive the daily / weekly maintenance planning process for the plant – prioritising, scheduling and allocation of tasks to different discipline of the engineering department, with the assistance of the planner.
• Drive and delivery the agreed strategy to reduce plant down time and improve efficiencies of machines and lines.
• Responsible for health and safety with regards to all equipment and plant to ensure a safe environment to operate and work on for all staff.
• Maintain the integrity of the maintenance team and carry out corrective action if and when required.
• Ensure that the required focus is given to all audit requirements and findings.
• Maintain discipline and standards in area of responsibility.

Repairs and Renovations

• Coordinates and inspects major contract work on the electrical, mechanical and other related systems.

Provide Leadership

• Leads a team of artisans towards meeting the plant engineering strategy and targets – through regular communication and utilisation of full organisational talent management tool set.
• Deliver on agreed succession plans and development the generation of leaders and specialists, overseeing engineering development programmes and on the job training.

Management of Safety Health Environment and Quality (SHEQ)

• Guides the maintenance team to ensure that all legislative standards are achieved, and timeous action is taken where required to ensure that there are no areas of noncompliance.
• Follows up on requirements for compliance ensuring that it is continuously maintained and adhered to.
• Measure and manage sustainability practices within area of responsibility.
• Suggest amendments to policies and practices within operational area of responsibility with the processing engineering manager to ensure that these are kept up to date and are aligned with company objectives and standards.

Safety and Security

• Ensures engineering staff follow safety rules and regulations as per organisation’s safety plan.
• Ensure that security access points to the premises and BMS system is in good working condition.
• Reporting theft and dangers on the premises.
• Ensures safety equipment is in good working order e.g. fire extinguishers.
• Ensure that security is maintained and escalate any security concerns to the processing engineering and security manager.

Financial Management

• Manage costs to ensure lowest cost production and the optimal utilisation of assets.
• Report to Engineering Manager on a weekly basis on actual KPI’s versus budget and work with team to address and areas of non-conformance or concern proactively and timeously.
• Report on and manage all input costs and manage any over or underspend appropriately to ensure that issues are escalated before significant financial loss occurs.
• Authorises plant engineering expenses within level of authority and monitor spending activity within teams to ensure compliance to financial and ethical standards.
• Implements and encourages cost saving initiatives within the team where these do not impact on long term business sustainability.
• Work with the milling and technical teams to allocating spend to areas of high priority within the plant.
• Provide input into CAPEX documentation considering return on investment, resourcing, and sustainability requirements.
• Manage suppliers and contracts in collaboration with the procurement team to ensure agreed service levels are met, escalate areas of concern to the Operations Executive where necessary.
• Manage maintenance contractors daily to ensure that correct standards of work are delivered and agreed delivery timelines maintained.

Closing Date    
2023/07/30

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• RCL FOODS is looking for an incumbent to be responsible for the implementation of new electrical machinery and equipment, and upgrade electrical machinery and equipment on a software and hardware level. Perform maintenance of all electrical machinery, equipment, processes and software applications according to SANS codes for a hazardous site on a higher level than electricians. Give a higher level of support to electrical staff and solve higher-level problems.

Minimum Requirements    

• National N6 Diploma and Trade test or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation)
• Minimum 5 - 8 years of working experience in the following areas:
• General factory maintenance
• Reading and interpretation of electrical drawings
• Wide range of instrumentation experience 
• Knowledge of SCADA systems
• Knowledge of PLC programming experience
• Experience in PLC, VSD Drives, Fans, Process Optimization, and Compressors would be highly advantageous
• Previous experience as an instrumentation technician in the milling industry will be highly advantageous
• Implementation of small projects
• Advanced computer literacy (MS Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Minimum 5 years of Siemens PLC S7 (1500, 1200) and TIA portal experience. 
• Minimum 5 years of Wonderware System Platform and InTouch experience.
• Valid Code B driver’s license.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Disseminate best practices in all instrumentation aspects.
• System troubleshooting and hardware problems resolution, calibrating and maintaining all equipment within the control solution.
• Assist with onsite project commissioning and ensuring adherence to RCL FOODS standards and change procedures. 
• Ensure cost-effective and efficient maintenance of all electrical, instrumentation, computer, network, and PLC equipment.
• Ensure that all breakdowns are attended to in a cost-effective manner.
• Be proactive in identifying potential faults and breakdowns before it occurs.
• Willing to do stand-by duty.
• Ensure all callouts are attended to in a timeous manner.
• Willing to perform work outside of regular working hours (overtime).
• Practice and enforce RCL Foods Milling codes of safety and housekeeping. 
• Ensure occupational health and safety electrical installation regulations and electrical machinery acts are adhered to.
• Ensure that SANS 10142 wiring regulations are adhered to. Ensure that SANS 10108 hazardous location regulations are complied with. 
• Ensure that all information submitted on work orders is complete and correct.
• Ensure that all completed work orders/documentation is submitted to the foreman for checking. 
• Respond quickly to work requests/defects. 
• Ensure that all promises/commitments made are kept. 
• Inspect all new electrical installations as per the maintenance manager’s instructions. 
• Ensure that all PLC and SCADA applications are backed up and up to date.
• Recommend changes in PLCs and SCADA through the change request procedure.
• Ensure correct devices, machinery, and software applications are installed for the correct processes.
• Ensure proper functionality and maintenance of UPS systems.
• Assist with the service of fire alarm panels.

Closing Date    
2023/07/30