Junior Machine Operator - Packing Plant (55217)

Job title: Junior Machine Operator - Packing Plant
Job type: Full-time
Emp type:
Salary type: ZAR75,000 - ZAR90,000/annum
Location: West Rand District
Job published: 31 October 2025
Job ID: 55217

Job Description

My client (FMCG) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Junior Machine Operator - Packing Plant, based in West Rand area.

Job Purpose:

To operate equipment 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
  • 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:

Qualifications:

  • Senior Certificate / Matric
  • Proficiency in English Language

Experience:

  • 1 year' machine operator experience.
  • Previous experience operating Box former machine would be advantageous.
  • Previous experience in operating packaging equipment within an FMCG environment is advantageous

Skills:

  • Literate (reading comprehension); Computer literate; Machinery operation; Communication; Methodical; Decisive and able to initiate action and 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 75 000 - R 90 000 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
  • 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.

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