Job Description

• A leading FMCG company is looking for a Production Controller to be based in Polokwane. The successful candidate will be required to Provide a Production data reconciliation and  control (Daily Production Report –DPR), Production transaction management and material movement, Material usage analysis and variance investigation, Problem-solving and root cause analysis for production data issues and Support for audits and reporting processes.

Key Duties & Responsibilities
Production Reporting and Reconciliation

• Validate and reconcile daily production output and material consumption records.
• Ensure all production orders are accurately closed in ERP system with the correct quantities.
• Resolve discrepancies between physical stock and system data.

Material Usage Control

• Verify raw and packaging materials consumed per production batch align with the bill of materials  (BOM).
• Investigate material yield variances and initiate corrective actions where needed.
• Monitor and correct ERP systems backflushing and manual posting errors.

System Transactions and Master Data Checks

• Maintain accuracy in ERP system-related transactions (confirmation, goods issue, returns, scrap,  and adjustments).
• Flag and support resolution of BOM or recipe errors affecting consumption tracking.
• Track material write-offs, rework, or scrap with proper authorization and system updates.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Planning, and Stores teams to resolve material and system  issues.
• Communicate variances and abnormal usage trends with clear root causes and mitigation plans.
• Support Manufacturing and Finance teams with month-end stock and production reports.

Compliance and Continuous Improvement

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, quality standards, and audit requirements.
• Identify gaps in production reporting and implement process improvements.
• Participate in loss accounting, material reconciliation meetings, and inventory audits.

Skills, Experience & Education

Education

• Minimum: Grade 12 (Matric)
• Preferred: Diploma or National Certificate in Supply Chain mManagement, Inventory Management, Production Planning, or  Industrial Engineering
• ERP system training and certification (advantageous)

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a manufacturing, supply chain,  or inventory control environment, preferably in FMCG
• Proven experience working with ERP systems for production and  inventory management
• Familiarity with production order management, BOM validation,  and consumption reconciliation
• Exposure to manufacturing audits and compliance requirements

Skills

• Proficiency in SAP (MM/PP modules) – production orders, goods  movement, confirmations, etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying data  anomalies and root causes
• Understanding of manufacturing workflows and material flow  principles
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data  analysis)Ability to interpret and troubleshoot BOMs, recipes, and  production reports
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage cross – functional teams
• Knowledge of GMP, food safety, and compliance protocols in a  manufacturing setting