Job Description
My client (FMCG) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Machine Operator - Packing Plant, based in the West Rand area.
Job Purpose:
To operate complex and multi-machinery and assist in maintaining allocated equipment in accordance with company procedures, documentation, safety, food safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Material Requirements to Maintain Machine Operation
- Check quality and quantity of raw and packaging materials, when receiving them, before using.
- Facilitate timeous availability of raw and packaging materials before production commencement.
Production Process Control
- Start the machine on time & complete start-up checklists
- Control production within quality parameters
- Check the product against food safety and quality standards
- Handle non-conforming products as per procedure
- Monitor and adjust gauges & instruments for conformance to prescribed limits
- Update quality log sheets & ensure quality parameters are within specifications
- Take samples periodically to the laboratory: before start of shift, when there is an incident of non-conforming product and before resuming with production after an incident.
- Identify, interpret and rectify process deviations
- Report machinery and equipment faults to your superior and engineering personnel on time & accurately
Ensure proper housekeeping
- Perform cleaning on equipment and work area.
- Maintain high standard of housekeeping that conforms to Food Safety Regulations.
Ensure that all safety standards and regulations are adhered to by all personnel
- Complete all machine safety checklists and report unsafe acts and conditions
- Contribute to the improvement of a safe and more efficient operating environment with continuous quality improvement
- Comply with all Company Safety Procedures and Instructions.
Qualifying Attributes:
Qualification:
- Senior Certificate / Matric
- Minimum N3 Mechanical/Electrical technical qualification
- Proficiency in English Language
Experience:
- Minimum 2 years machine operator experience
- Previous experience in operating packaging equipment within an FMCG environment is advantageous. E.g. Blowmoulder, Case Packer, Labeller, & Filler.
Skills:
- Literate (reading comprehension)
- Computer literate
- Machinery operation
- Communication
- Methodical
- Decisive and able to initiate action
- Conscientious in updating required records/documents
Working Environment/Conditions:
- Long hours, overtime, working on weekends and public holidays when required
- Walking, climbing and standing
- 24-hour operation, with rotating shifts
- Zero tolerance to alcohol
On Offer:
- Range of between R 110 000 - R 136 500 Total Cost to company per Annum (Dependent on various factors including current earnings)
- Total cost To Company is inclusive of a 13th Cheque
- Benefits include Pension and Provident Fund, Disability & Group Life Cover, Funeral Assistance.
- Overtime & shift allowances payable where applicable
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- Safety medical will be conducted
- Criminal checks will be conducted
- Professional Qualifications verifications will be conducted
- References will be required
POPIA Act:
- In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA), all personal information submitted in your application will be treated as confidential and used solely for recruitment purposes.
- By applying for this position, you consent to the processing and storing of your personal information for the purposes of assessing your suitability for employment.
- Should your application be unsuccessful, your personal information will be securely stored for a limited period and then destroyed in accordance with our data retention policy.
A preference will be given to South African Citizens and candidates from designated groups.
