Operator - Feitoria

To operate all components of the pouch line to ensure quality standards are met and production targets are achieved. Also, to supervise pouch line and both sachet lines staff.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- Grade 12
- A mechanical and or electrical trade will be an advantage.
- At least 2 years experience operating similar equipment in a food manufacturing environment.
- Experience with leading a team.
- First hand knowledge of food safety programs eg. BRC, HACCP, FSSC ISO 22000.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
**KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS**
- Do daily start-up checklist on the line.
- Attend pre-start up meetings.
- Always wear PPE correctly while in the plant.
- Ensure team members are always working safely.
- Follow production plan.
- Ensure sauce and packaging material is available to meet the shift production targets.
- Do correct machine set up as per machine specification.
- Ensure all machines runs at correct operation speed.
- Ensure correct batch and date code applied on product and sign off on on-line QC sheets.
- Ensure work area is always kept clean during production and work area is cleaned after the shift.
- Do line CIP’s correctly when required.
- Ensure BRC food safety standards are adhered to all the time.
- Measure waste and report to manager if more than allowed.
- Report any technical breakdowns to maintenance personnel.
- Ensure all primary packaging (film) is covered while in storage.
- Manage team members time sheets.
- Manage team’s leave balances.
- Assist the maintenance team with preventative maintenance tasks on machines.
- Ensure all downtimes are booked timeously on Shopware.

**EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION**
- Grade 12
- A mechanical and or electrical trade will be an advantage.

**EXPERIENCE**
- At least 2 years experience operating similar equipment in a food manufacturing environment.
- Experience with leading a team.
- First hand knowledge of food safety programs eg. BRC, HACCP, FSSC ISO 22000.

**SELECTION CRITERIA**
- Must be willing to work shifts.
- Must be pro-active.
- Must be willing to work week-ends when required.
- Must have leadership skills.
- Must be willing to go the extra mile.
- Must have a positive attitude.