Packaging Coordinator

SUMMARY:
A client of ours within the high-volume deboning facility is looking for a Packaging Co-Ordinator to join their team

POSITION INFO:
Location Johannesburg Requirements: National Diploma or Certificate in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Food Technology or related HACCP or food safety training certificate Responsibilities: To manage and coordinate packaging activities in high-volume deboning facility Ensure the correct packaging material is issued and used efficiently Daily issuance, weekly reconciliation, and verification to maintain accuracy and minimize waste Ensure all packaging material are issued daily according to production requirements Verify that the correct packaging is used for each product Packaging stock issued versus actual usage at the end of each week. investigating discrepancies Conduct weekly physical stock counts of packaging materials to validate system records Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of packaging inventory, usage and, variances Collaborate with production, procurement, and inventory teams to forecast packaging needs and avoid shortage or excess Monitor and packaging processes for compliance with food safety and quality standards Train and support packaging staff on correct and handling of materials Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations in the packaging area Apply FIFO (First In, First Out) Ensure production uses the correct batches according to agreed stock rotation requirements Maintain good housekeeping and hygienic conditions within stock areas Identify and report discrepancies before stock is accepted into inventory Ensure received stock is correctly labelled and placed into the appropriate storage location Report food safety, quality or hygiene concerns immediately Support the company's HACCP, GMP, GHP, food safety and quality systems