Silo Lead

Company:

RCL Foods

Functions:

Operations/Manufacturing

Job Type Classification:

Permanent

Location - Town / City:

Pretoria West

Job Description:

At RCL FOODS we see and do things differently, we think bigger, work smarter and as a team collectively work towards achieving our purpose, to Grow What Matters! Our Talent Team is on the hunt for a Silo Lead for their Milling Division . The role will be based in Pretoria West and will report into the Milling Manager .

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent. NQF Level 5 qualification in Agriculture: Grain Handling Management. Experience in fumigation, operations/production management, OFS and OHS systems, and railway safety management. At least 5 years’ experience within the FMCG sector. Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in agriculture, grain management, or a production environment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Operational Tasks: Ensure timeous receival of all grain as per business system requirements is carried out. Maintain stock rotation in silos (FIFO). Ensure correct blending, conditioning and lying times of all grain as per agreed procedures and set points. Ensure correct grist is sent to the Mill at all times. Ensure all cleaning machines are set at optimum at all times. Ensure correct grading on all incoming grain maintained. Ensure quick turnaround time off all incoming traffic. Ensure pre-sampling off all traffic in Transnet's 'seven yard' daily. Ensure samplers use correct methods as per SOP and do spot checks. Reconciliation of raw material within the silo complex/process ( Material intake, Silo holding , Material transfer, blending bins and Screening transfers). General: Routine checks on efficient running of all silo machines carried out. Liaise with suppliers, Transnet and staff on daily basis regarding operational issues. Ensuring all Time and Attendance sheets are verified monthly and signed off. Ensure all expenses are monitored and kept within budgeted figures. Effective management of overtime. Maintenance and Housekeeping: Ensure proper machine maintenance is carried out on all silo machines. Ensure job-cards, breakdowns and Call-outs are monitored and discussed. Maintain Housekeeping standards at all times in and around the silo according to FSMS Standards. Ensure all pneumatic and aspiration systems fully operational at all times and ensure filter sleeves changed when necessary. Ensure all routine and planned maintenance on all silo machines are carried out as per schedule and all machines are kept in optimum condition. Ensure all Food Safety records or documentation is kept up to date at all times. Discuss monthly Food Safety Audits with operators and silo staff. Ensure all silo maintenance records and general maintenance is kept up to date. Safety: Ensure adherence to all Departmental Safe Working Procedures by yourself and subordinates/contractors. Ensure adherence to all Company Policies and Procedures as well as National Legislation that applies. Ensure correct and neat completion of Safety registers - Monthly. Ensure sufficient amount of trained SHE reps in department. Ensure all Environment risks pertaining to storage and use of Fumigants is limited or excluded. Ensure quarterly revision of al SWP and Policies for department. Ensure at least 8 completed PJO's per month submitted. Quality: Ensure all scheduled inspections and procedures are adhered to. Continuously improve ways of doing tasks quicker, safe and more effective. Ensure a reduction in waste and adopting lean manufacturing/Kanban principles. Ensure all admin and documentation is completed per shift including Food Safety documentation. Ensure succession planning and upliftment/training programs in place. Team Coordination and Management: Take ownership of tasks through effective planning, prioritisation, and self-management. Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality, accurate work and meet productivity standards. Proactively communicate risks, missed deadlines, and provide solutions. Uphold and promote business core values in daily activities. Manage stakeholder expectations through clear and professional communication. Support team success by being collaborative and going beyond basic responsibilities. Contribute to personal and team development through training and knowledge sharing. Engage in performance management, ensuring goals are clear and achievable. Maintain awareness of employee relations and address issues in line with policies and legislation.