Production Manager – Food and Beverage Processing Unit (X1)

MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY

STAFF VACANCY

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following post:

MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY ENTERPRISES

POST: Production Manager – Food and Beverage Processing Unit (X1)

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Production Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• A Master’s or higher degree in Food Science, Production Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years of proven experience (research or production) within the Food and Beverage sector.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements, including HACCP and GMP.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Overseeing and coordinating all production processes to ensure efficient operations and adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Managing production schedules, inventory levels, and raw material sourcing to align with demand forecasts.
• Implementing and maintaining quality control procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as HACCP and GMP.
• Collaborating with R&D and quality assurance teams on product development, testing, and process improvements.
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing production team, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Monitoring production costs and optimizing resource allocation to drive cost efficiencies.
• Ensuring adherence to safety, health, and environmental regulations and maintaining compliance with standard operating procedures and GMP principles.
• Conducting regular assessments of production procedures, process flows, and equipment functionality, in collaboration with technicians and the Quality department.
• Providing comprehensive leadership in planning, organizing, leading, and controlling the production function to meet operational goals.
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

APPLICATIONS

Applicants must submit copies of applications with the following: application letter, certified certificates, and curriculum vitae providing full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, current salary, date of availability, contact telephone number(s), and names and email addresses of three referees to:

The Deputy Registrar-Human Resource
Midlands State University
vacancies@staff.msu.ac.zw

Application documents must be in a single-scan PDF format.

The closing date for applications is 22 November 2024.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.