Job Description

Job Title:

Factory Coordinator and Operator (FSSC 22000 & Operations Support)

Location:

Durban North

Company:

Odentrade

Employment Type:

Full-time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-driven

Factory Coordinator

to support the Factory Manager in the daily running of our food manufacturing facility. This role is critical in ensuring

FSSC 22000 food safety compliance

, maintaining operational discipline on the factory floor, and coordinating documentation, production activities, and corrective actions.

The successful candidate will act as the

link between production, quality, maintenance, and management

, ensuring that procedures are followed, records are accurate, and standards are consistently upheld.

Key ResponsibilitiesFSSC 22000 & Food Safety Compliance

Maintain and update the

FSSC 22000 food safety management system

Ensure all

HACCP, PRPs, SOPs, CCP logs, cleaning records, and verification records

are completed correctly and on time Coordinate

internal audits

, corrective actions (CAPAs), and follow-ups Prepare documentation and support

external audits, inspections, and customer visits

Ensure staff adherence to

food safety, hygiene, allergen, and GMP requirements

Manage document control (version control, approvals, archiving)

Daily Factory Operations Support

Support the Factory Manager with

daily production planning and execution

Track daily production outputs, downtime, wastage, and deviations Ensure production schedules are communicated and followed Coordinate between production, warehousing, maintenance, and procurement Assist with

raw material intake checks

, traceability, and batch records Monitor housekeeping, safety, and compliance on the factory floor

Maintenance & Continuous Improvement

Log and track

maintenance issues

, breakdowns, and corrective actions Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives Support implementation of process improvements and efficiency projects

Administration & Reporting

Compile daily, weekly, and monthly factory reports Maintain staff attendance, training records, and compliance registers Assist with training coordination for food safety and operational procedures Act as a reliable administrative backbone to the Factory Manager

Minimum Requirements

Diploma or Degree in

Food Technology, Food Safety, Quality Management, or Manufacturing

(advantageous)

Working knowledge of FSSC 22000

(experience with audits strongly preferred) 2-5 years' experience in a

food manufacturing or FMCG factory environment

Strong understanding of

HACCP, GMP, CCPs, and food safety documentation

Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities Computer literate (Excel, Word, basic reporting systems)

Key Competencies

Detail-oriented and process-driven Strong communication and coordination skills Assertive but collaborative leadership style Problem-solving and analytical thinking High level of accountability and integrity Ability to work hands-on in a factory environment

What We Offer

Opportunity to work in a growing FMCG manufacturing business Exposure to end-to-end factory operations and food safety systems Competitive salary based on experience Career growth into Factory Management or Quality Leadership roles
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R8000,00 - R12000,00 per month

Work Location: In person