RPO Recruitment’s client is looking for a Bottling Manager to join their team in Paarl, Western Cape.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the bottling and packaging operations, ensuring efficient processes, high-quality output, and continuous improvement in a production environment.
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement strategic processes, policies, and procedures for the packaging department
Manage the packaging cost centre, Capex, and extraordinary budgets
Approve or reject SAP requisitions
Oversee production order variances and ensure timely reporting to GM
Maintain and update packaging scorecards and provide feedback to executive leadership
Lead and manage bottling and packaging operations across internal and external partners
Collaborate with team leaders and quality control to ensure operational excellence
Monitor production processes for quality control and address deviations or issues
Participate in relevant committees and provide expert recommendations
Research and identify suitable bottling suppliers and machinery requirements
Drive production efficiency, line speed, and minimize downtime
Schedule production effectively to meet delivery and efficiency targets
Ensure compliance with governance, audit, and safety standards
Lead health and safety oversight in the department
Handle HR-related tasks such as leave approvals and team development
Foster a positive organizational culture through coaching and regular engagement
Manage service level agreements and contract packers both on- and off-site
Requirements:
Relevant tertiary qualification
7–10 years of experience in a similar role within bottling/packaging
Solid knowledge of bottling, labelling, and packaging processes
Proven people and performance management experience (minimum 5 years)
Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing principles
Excellent communication skills in English and Afrikaans
Strong planning, coordination, and fault-finding abilities in production
Ability to analyse and interpret financial data
Accountable for the Packaging department’s OPEX and CAPEX
Benefits
Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
