Cut Back Operator

**BACKGROUND**

Youngman Roofing, a leading supplier of high-quality roofing and insulation products, is looking for individuals to join the Group as Cutback Operators. The successful individuals will be required to efficiently and effectively cut material as per the requirements of the manufacturing process, and will also perform the responsibilities of flatsheet pickers when required.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Responsible for cutting material (that has already been folded)as per sizes and quantities on the work order as per customers specifications (e.g. walk-in customers requirements),
- Liaise with other Operators and other factory staff to ensure effective team work
- Adhere to machine operating procedures, including checking machine before beginning, accurate set up of machine, regular maintenance and cleaning of the machine, inspecting machine regularly for any problems and reporting to manager. Ensure only suitably qualified and experienced individuals operate the machinery
- Adhere to the company health and safety policies
- Ensure mínimal generation of excess material by working carefully to company procedures and minimizing errors
- Complete any administration required, e.g. sign off work after completing job, ensuring sizes and quantities correct
- Picking of flatsheets as required

**SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**
- Grade 12 or equivalent. Alternatively, individuals will be given Recognition for Prior Learning if they are not in possession of a Matric certificate.
- At least 2 years experience in the metal industry, with at least 1 year experience operating relevant machine as per position applied for
- Good technical skills
- Ability to detect machine discrepancies
- Ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment
- Good communication skills
- Precise & methodical in approach to work
- Attention to detail
- Able to work effectively as part of a team
- Logical thinker
- Deadline-driven
- Shows initiative
- Health and safety conscious

**Education**:

- High School (matric) (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Metal Industry (preferred)

Application Deadline: 2023/03/01