Assistant Production Manager (Frozen Chicken) at AMO Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited

Job Purpose

• To assist the Production Manager in planning, coordinating, and supervising production activities at the poultry abattoir, ensuring compliance with quality standards, production targets, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of production schedules to meet sales demand.
• Supervise all production processes and ensure workflow meets efficiency, safety, and quality benchmarks.
• Coordinate closely with quality control, maintenance, and logistics teams.
• Ensure staff compliance with SOPs, safety regulations, and food hygiene standards.
• Monitor yields, reduce wastage, and track production KPIs.
• Train, guide, and evaluate production line teams to improve performance.
• Assist with troubleshooting production challenges and providing prompt solutions.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and ensure proper documentation of all production activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• B.Sc./HND in Food Science, Animal Science, Microbiology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ progressive experience in poultry/chicken processing or food production.
• Strong understanding of food safety systems such as HACCP and FSSC 22000.
• Proven supervisory or mid-management experience in a food processing facility.

Skills & Competencies:

• Production planning and operational supervision.
• Strong leadership and team coordination.
• Problem-solving and process optimization.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and compliance protocols.