Operator

**Job Advert Summary**:
Operate processing equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures in **Tanker CIP factory**. Operate processing equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures in **Tanker CIP factory**. Operate processing equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures in **Tanker CIP factory**. Operate processing equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures in **Tanker CIP factory**.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- Grade 12 or equivalent NQF4
- Business English: Fluent
- Work in extreme conditions
- Work shifts/weekends/public holidays

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
Operate, monitor, and control plant processes.
- Operate processing equipment e.g., pasteuriser, homogeniser, separator, etc. in line with standard operating procedure (SOP)
- Ensure yield and throughput in the process
- Assist with efficiency improvement and/or reduction of operating costs
- Maintain adequate records of key production variables, such as: production volume & yield, plant up
- and down-time, utility consumption etc. on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis as required
- Participate in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness
- Monitor usage and inventories of process chemicals and supplies

Ensure quality assurance.
- Ensure integrity of raw materials and product
- Communicate directly with laboratory to ensure effective participation in the implementation of QA policies and procedures
- Sample and test process streams as required by the QA program and procedures
- Maintain QA records
- Understand and interpret QA results and take appropriate action when required

Assist with plant maintenance and safety program.
- Communicate equipment related problems directly to the maintenance department
- Perform preventative maintenance activities as required
- Assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting maintenance-related issues