Job Description

Job Advert Summary

Join the Clover Butter Factory team! The purpose of this role is to manufacture and process high-quality butter products and oversee operations within the Butter Processing Department. The position ensures compliance with production standards, food safety regulations, and operational efficiency while supporting continuous improvement and maintaining Clover's commitment of product excellence.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent NQF4



Tertiary qualification in Food technology/Science, Quality Management advantageous



Familiar with Automotive machinery/systems + SCADA



Computer literacy (Intermediate)



Business English: Fluent



3 - 5yrs relevant experience (FMCG/Food Production) in applying job related concepts, techniques, and processes at the required level



Work shifts/weekends/public holidays

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure quality assurance

Apply quality assurance to the process and ensure integrity of the Intermediate product


Control inputs and outputs of the manufacturing and/or ?process


Ensure good manufacturing practices (GMP) are in place


Maintain good housekeeping (5S)

Conduct first-line maintenance and inspections

Ensure correct use of equipment

Complete weekly maintenance schedule as plan.

Manufacture and process product

Follow correct standard operating procedure (SOP)

Ensure correct cleaning in place (CIP)


Ensure Batch verification? are done


Manage Usage Variance of the Mixes

Manage staff

Ensure optimal utilization of staff


Apply consistent discipline


Train and develop staff


Conduct meetings and ensure effective communication to all

Liaise and communicate with management in all departments


Provide leadership and training to staff members within the department


Set objectives, manage and measure performance of team

Do problem solving within the shift