Poultry Processing Unit Manager (Food Safety, Production, Packaging)

About the role

Gatesource HR is recruiting an experienced, hands-on Poultry Processing Unit Manager to run the day-to-day operations of a small-scale poultry slaughter and processing facility. The manager ensures efficient production, compliance with food safety and animal welfare standards, and consistent delivery of high-quality poultry products.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and supervise daily slaughter and processing activities (slaughtering, evisceration, chilling, packaging)
• Meet production targets while minimising waste and downtime, and monitor product quality and yields
• Ensure compliance with local health, veterinary and food safety regulations, and implement and maintain hygiene, sanitation and HACCP procedures
• Prepare for and manage inspections and audits
• Supervise and train a small team of processing staff, and manage their schedules, attendance and performance
• Ensure humane handling and slaughter, including monitoring stunning and bleeding processes
• Oversee maintenance of equipment and facilities, and coordinate preventive maintenance and minor repairs
• Manage stock of live birds, packaging materials and cleaning supplies, and coordinate with suppliers
• Ensure proper disposal of waste (feathers, blood, offal) and environmental compliance
• Assist with production planning, cost monitoring and order fulfilment, and liaise with customers, distributors or farm suppliers

Required profile

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in poultry processing, meat production or similar operations
• Prior supervisory or management experience preferred
• Familiarity with small-scale slaughterhouse operations is an asset
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills, and a hands-on, practical approach
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment

Required skills

• Knowledge of food safety standards (HACCP or equivalent)
• Team management and training

What we offer

• Salary package to be discussed based on experience
• Relocation support provided