Manufacturing Operations Specialist

4 weeks ago


Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Isilumko Staffing Full time
Job Title: Laboratory Assistant

This is a FIXED TERM CONTRACT position that requires a highly skilled and organized individual to ensure the seamless operation of our chemical manufacturing process.

Job Purpose: As a Manufacturing and Lab Assistant, you will be instrumental in coordinating production activities, maintaining optimal inventory levels, and upholding quality assurance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Production:

  • Develop and maintain production schedules, optimizing resources and minimizing downtime.
  • Collaborate with production managers, supervisors, and stakeholders to align with overall production goals.

2. Quality Assurance:

  • Implement and enforce quality control measures to meet specified standards.
  • Collaborate with quality assurance teams to address and resolve production-related issues affecting product quality.

3. Inventory Management:

  • Monitor and manage raw material inventory levels to prevent shortages or overages.
  • Work closely with procurement and logistics teams for timely delivery of raw materials.

4. Cleaning and Mixing Protocol:

  • Prioritize cleanliness of mixing tanks, ensuring thorough cleaning before product mixing.
  • Enforce a stringent protocol to verify tank cleanliness, promoting product integrity.

5. Batch Number Allocation and Material Measurement:

  • Implement a systematic approach to drawing raw materials based on batch numbers.
  • Verify accurate measurement of raw materials, adhering to specified quantities.

6. Correct Mixing Procedures:

  • Monitor adherence to correct mixing procedures, conducting regular reviews and training sessions.

7. Product Sampling and Testing:

  • Obtain representative samples for rigorous testing by the Lab Technician.
  • Facilitate testing of final product samples, ensuring adherence to quality standards.

8. Accurate Record Keeping:

  • Oversee and verify changes to mixed products, maintaining meticulous documentation for traceability.

9. Lab Technician Collaboration:

  • Foster collaboration with the Lab Technician, addressing testing-related requirements promptly.
  • Ensure final product tests are carried out and signed off by the Lab Technician.

10. Safety, Health, and Environmental Compliance:

  • Ensure factory compliance with health and safety certifications.
  • Report safety incidents promptly and enforce PPE usage during all relevant activities.

Qualifications:

  • Matric and tertiary qualification in chemistry.

Experience:

  • Proven experience in production control within a chemical manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of chemical manufacturing processes and quality control procedures.
  • Proficient in using production and ISO software.

Behavioral Skills:

  • Work under pressure.
  • Focused.
  • Well-organized.

Occupational Skills:

  • Supervising precise measurement of raw materials.
  • Overseeing drawing and assisting with testing product samples.
  • Verifying accuracy and implementing measures to prevent raw material wastage.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment.

IT Skills/Software:

  • Proficiency in relevant production and ISO software.


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