Latest Job Roles at RCL Foods

Job Description    

• RCL FOODS is seeking an Electrician to join our Pies Division. The role will be based in Krugersdorp and report to the Senior Artisan. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring a safe and proper functioning of production equipment as well as electrical connections and activities in support of a continuous run of machinery. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric 
• Qualified Electrician 
• 5 years experience in filling line machines, conveyor belts, mechanical work, and electrical work 
• N6 National Certificate in Engineering
• Trade tested as an Artisan.
• Minimum of 3 years post-trade experience
• Leadership/supervisory experience
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years experience (mechanical or electrical) in the FMCG industry 
• Experience in logical problem-solving and error-detection techniques 

Competencies: 

• Problem-solving 
• Logical reasoning 
• Communication 
• Able to read and write 
• Understands food safety 
• Able to lead a team 

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Maintenance 
• Perform maintenance on electrical equipment/machinery 
• Conducts inspections and attend to identified problems on equipment 
• Attends to breakdowns on all equipment in the plant 
• Maintaining AC, VSD & DC Machines 
• Maintaining AC & DC Drives 
• Responsible for the checking, pressure analysis and correct functioning all air compressors 
• Attending to and configuration/programming on all PLCs. 
• Ensures proper functioning of all switches. These being: 
• Micro Switches 
• Limit Switches 
• Pressure Switches 

Quality and Food Safety 

• Ensure ongoing implementation (and where possible improvement) of the Quality and Food Safety system through the systematic implementation of the relevant food safety requirements. 
• Striclty apply the requirements as defined in the Food Safety RACI Matrix and relevant policies and procedures (SOP’s). 

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Job Description    
At RCL FOODS we see & do things differently, we think bigger, work smarter, and collectively as a team to achieve our ambition to provide more food to more people, more often!

We at RCL FOODS are in search for a Despatch Clerk to join our Baking Division. The role will be based in Rustenburg and report to the Distribution Mananger. 

Minimum Requirements    
Skills

• Computer literacy is essential. Syspro is essentials.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Good administrative skills.
• Organised.
• Accuracy is essential.
• Audit and compliance.
• Recent laws and regulations.
• Coaching.
• writing.
• Presentation and facilitation.

Education and Qualification

• Matric.
• National Diploma in related field would be added advantage.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Ensuring all trucks are despatched timeously in the morning.
• Arranging replacements of despatch staff where necessary.
• Ensuring that the despatch team is wearing uniform at all times.
• Arranging internal distribution labour where necessary.
• Ensuring that the despatch recon document is completed daily.
• Maintaining prescribed records of goods received and despatched.
• Enhance excellent customer service in the despatch department.
• Reconcile/ oversee despatch foreman recons daily.
• Ensure all data captured is correct.
• Verify production transfers daily and confirm returns to despatch.
• Balance despatch recons’ daily sales with van sheets daily sales per route.
• Count and record all returns to stock of all drivers on the return slip.
• Oversee stock variances and report to management.
• Ensure that foreman handed stock over to the next shift.
• Report any stock received short from production. Check physical stock on the floor.
• Capturing hours work for employees and managing their clock cards.
• Balance crates between us and all depots, and other bakeries on a daily basis.
• Inspect cleanliness of trucks before loading and record if its clean on the vehicle hygiene control sheet
• Supervise, lead and control the truck loaders while they are loading the trucks.
• Ensure that all trucks are loaded on time.
• Ensure that the departments have enough crates for production.

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Job Description    
At RCL FOODS we grow what matters!!!
Our Talent Team is looking for someone who is brilliant at the basics to fill the role of Distribution Controller with great attention to detail skills to join our Baking Operating Unit.
The role will report to the Distribution Manager and will be based in Rustenburg.

The primary function and responsibility of a Site Controller is to ensure that all Drivers and Van assistants report to duty on time and that trucks are dispatched on time and in full. Vehicles returning from trade are debriefed correctly and efficiently in line with company procedures. That all stock receiving/returned in saleable condition is checked, documented, and isolated into the relevant cage and is marked labelled correctly to ensure it is returned to the correct truck. Stock to be written off/disposed is then checked and documented before being removed.

• To manage the fleet operations team in order to ensure high performance and innovative thinking through the implementation of all people processes in line with agreed KPI’s and budgets
• To support the Sales Rep in providing adequate route optimisation and rationalisation solutions.
• To ensure our customer needs are met within a viable business framework.
• To provide a link between despatch and drivers for a seamless transition of products.
• To provide key trade intel and address regular customer service requirements.

Minimum Requirements    

• Relevant experience in Distribution
• 4-6 years’ experience in the relevant position or sales position
• Minimum Grade 12 certificate
• Degree in Freight Road Transport Management / Logistics 
• Valid Drivers License with PDP

Duties & Responsibilities    
Company Property Management

• Doing crate recons for the depot routes and presenting recons timeously when required.
• Communicate with sales regarding crate management in the trading space.
• Making sure that Pretoria bakery has enough crates for production.
• Communicating with the drivers regarding crate to be returned to the depot.

Stock Reconciliation

• Counting saleable stock (SIV) and Damages at the end of shift.
• Check if the physical stock and what is captured corresponds and is transferred correctly on Syspro and that all parties sign off the transfer documents.
• Check if drivers bring back only 1% of returns.
• Check for molded bread which is to be disposed as its not meant to be returned back to the bakery as per company procedure.
• Double checking returns per route as per claims and stock returned as saleable goods is captured and placed in storage and information is submitted timeously.
• Checking of crates returned balance the gate pass issued to the driver upon dispatch to assist with the monitoring of crates.
• Ensure efficient and cost effective product distribution

Administration

• Capturing of debriefing reporting is done daily and assisting drivers with their bulk orders.
• Facilitating that the plant has enough crates and ordering of crates.
• Managing general operations of the dispatching of truck
• Facilitate foreign crate tradeoffs with competitors.
• Monitor Vehicle/fleet management procedures are adhered to always.
• Driver and Van assistant leave scheduling.

Ensure efficient and cost-effective product distribution

• Ensure driver teams deliver according to mapped and optimised routes
• Ensuring all new and old customers are plotted on the VeZa or existing optimisation system in line with distribution goals
• Ensure orders are geared towards improving truck utilisation and loaves/km
• Ensure driver teams orders/invoices correspond with bake plan before vehicle leaves DC/bakery

 Ensuring balancing of orders placed, delivered and returned

• With sales support team ensure customer order patterns are accurate to deliver a precise bake plan
• Daily monitoring and tracking of returns
• Crafting and actioning plans to drastically improve returns

Managing driver shorts and crate shorts

• Daily monitoring and tracking of driver crates and shorts as per agreed targets
• Crafting and driving innovative ways to reduce these numbers

Submitting frequent (daily) sales figures from drivers

• Ensuring driver teams sales are in line with sales targets
• Sourcing and distribution of key trade intelligence
• Providing actionable plans for improvements and combating competitor activities
• Ensuring the capturing and allocation of all customer details
• Ensuring all customer details and classifications are loaded correctly on new accounts and are correctly listed on existing accounts

Ensuring driver competency and delivery time management

• Support, train, discipline and lead the driver & van assistant teams to deliver sales excellence
• Ensure timeous driver dispatch from the bakery with correct invoicing
• Employ efficient route riding system in order to see all customers within each quarter
• Execute driver team performance scorecard to deliver sales excellence i.e. Customer ratings, delivery times, peer review, sales growth, etc.

Trade Price monitoring

• Submission of frequent (at least weekly) price surveys
• Monitoring our RSP’s and executing pricing strategy, policy and mandate

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Job Description    
Join our dynamic team as a key player in shaping the future of our manufacturing operations! At RCL FOODS, we are all about Growing What Matters – People, Communities, Sustainability!
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Manufacturing Executive to lead the charge in implementing cutting-edge strategic objectives and driving operational excellence that align with our business goals. This role will be based in Randfontein and report to the Managing Director.

Minimum Requirements    
Minimum Requirements:

• M+3 or the equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in the Engineering, Operations Management or Supply Chain Management
• A minimum of 10-15 years’ work experience as a senior manager in manufacturing and operations management at site level within an FMCG
• Strategic implementation in either or all of Total Process Management (TPM), World Class Manufacturing (WCM) and Lean Six Sigma Execution
• Track Record and intricate knowledge and understanding in the follow areas; Lean manufacturing, cost optimisation, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), Supply and Operations Management (S&OP) / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)

Key Competencies:

• Strong leadership and vision setting.
• Effective management of senior operational leadership teams.
• Drive, resilience, and strategic thinking.
• Proven experience in strategy development, manufacturing excellence, and project leadership.
• In-depth knowledge of South African manufacturing and operating context.
• Proficiency in applications such as Excel and advanced analytics (e.g., Power BI).
• Decision-making, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities.
• Integrity and the ability to deal with paradox.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and drive the implementation of manufacturing strategies, goals, and plans in sync with our business strategy.
• Operational Excellence: Monitor fit-for-purpose manufacturing practices and standards, ensuring all operations comply with safety regulations.
• Innovation and Problem Solving: Evaluate business challenges, take proactive measures to mitigate risks, and identify opportunities for growth.
• Safety and Quality Assurance: Lead safety, health, and environmental programs, drive product quality, and manage total SHERQ implementation on site.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Effectively manage internal and external stakeholders, build strong employee relations, and foster a diverse and inclusive culture for enhanced innovation and profitability.
• Performance Metrics: Deliver production and business targets, implement efficiency and cost-saving programs, and optimize operational efficiency through reporting KPIs.
• Project Leadership: Lead technical project implementation and change management initiatives to stay ahead in a competitive market.

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Job Description    

• Vector Logistics on the hunt for a Transport Control Administrator to join our Transport Team at Peninsula Depot. This role needs to support increased customer service and improve efficiencies within the Transport Team.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric
• Valid Code EB drivers
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience working in an administration/transport environment, preferably within a FMCG/ Cold Chain environment
• SAP experience would be an advantage.

Flexibility to work shifts.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Responsible for the capturing off transport related stats on a daily basis and feedback to management.
• Maintaining Daily fleet capture stats on SAP.
• Liaise with Customers on Outstanding POD’s and daily feedback to Admin team.
• Processing of time sheets on Blick for service providers.
• Checking Blick times and ensure correct for processing.
• General assistance within the team
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self-development.
• Capture purchase orders and STD bank repair requisitions.
• Assist with dispatching and debriefing.
• Capture KPI dashboard info daily
• Monthly reports to management for OPS meetings.
• Filing of all relevant documents
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.