Shift Sorting and Washing Operator (34940)

Job title: Shift Sorting and Washing Operator
Job type: Full-time
Emp type:
Salary type: Basic & Benefits
Location: Umhlali
Job published: 03 June 2024
Job ID: 34940

Job Description

An innovative recycling plant located on the Dolphin Coast, KZN, is seeking a local Sorting and Washing Operator to play a pivotal role in their journey into the African recycling market. Please note only candidates local to KZN will be considered. 

 

As a Sorting and Washing Line Operator, you will be part of the growing team at the new plant in Ballito. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining all equipment in the area of responsibility and ensure manufacture of quality products in a safe and efficient method for on time completion of planned Production Orders and according to targeted shift and daily outputs.

 

Tasks & responsibilities:

  • Set-up and operate the machines to manufacture products according to prescribed SOP's
  • Timeous documentation of all production details and all product, process and machine related problems in production,
  • Ensure that all products manufactured match the quality standards,
  • Adjustment of the machine settings to achieve quality standard,
  • Start up and shutdown of equipment in a safe and procedural manner,
  • Ensure machines run at optimal settings and that the targeted shift outputs are reached,
  • Ensure all aspects of the working environment are kept neat and tidy and that 5S standard is always followed on Machines / equipment and work areas,
  • Report immediately to the shift supervisor any suspicions on quality issues with raw material, packaging and product,
  • Report immediately all breakdowns of equipment to the shift supervisor.
  • Constant monitoring and clearing of all conveyor lines and transport systems of jams or blockages in a safe manner,
  • Responsible for the control and record of all Production Sheets for traceability of all product
  • Conduct product quality visual inspections according to frequencies defined on the Quality Plan.
  • Conduct computer-based quality parameter checks
  • Involvement in first line maintenance tasks including cleaning of the machines in the department of your responsibility and ensure housekeeping is done and maintained,
  • Responsible to report any risks identified for Quality and Food Safety Management,
  • Follow Quality, Food Safety, Environmental and Health and Safety Management company procedures
  • Additional tasks as assigned by the shift supervisor or Production Manager

 

Years of professional experience & Educational background:

  • Minimum of 5 years' technical experience in a manufacturing company, preferably in plastic recycling, plastic industry or food packaging.
  • Preferably completed skilled worker training in a technical profession (machine fitter, mechanic, machine operator, plastics processor, etc.) and has worked in an environment with a lot of conveyor belts and automated processes.
  • Forklift license added advantage.
  • Computer literate.
  • Thorough understanding of Health and Safety practices. (5S)
  • High cleanliness standards for the machines and work area.
  • Medically & physically fit (Assisting operators from time to time)
  • Previous experience working on a shift basis required.
  • English & understanding of Zulu languages. 

 

Only will local candidates, currently based in KZN be eligible for shortlisting & only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

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