Production Manager – Food And Beverage Processing Unit
MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY STAFF VACANCY Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following post: MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY ENTERPRISES PRODUCTION MANAGER – FOOD AND BEVERAGE PROCESSING UNIT 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.
Gweru
Closes 09 Nov 2026
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