Process Operator

1 week ago

Cape Town Western Cape, South Africa 2c89519a-909e-4ab2-b2cd-416e90297d75 Full time R250 000 - R550 000 per year

Overall Responsibility:

The Process Operator is responsible for operating packaging machines and equipment to achieve production output targets safely, efficiently and cost-effectively. This role ensures adherence to quality standards, compliance requirements and good manufacturing practices.

Focus Area 1

Safety

  • Comply with the OHS Act and all site safety regulations
  • Report unsafe conditions, practices or incidents promptly
  • Use appropriate PPE and follow waste segregation requirements
  • Participate in safety initiatives, toolbox talks and compliance programmes
  • Adhere to safe work practices and procedures at all times

Focus Area 2

Operations

  • Ensure efficient operation of packaging machinery to achieve production KPIs
  • Verify machine readiness prior to start-up
  • Operate machinery as per SOPs, including start-up, shutdown and changeovers
  • Attend pre-shift meetings and conduct effective shift handovers
  • Maintain high housekeeping standards in area of responsibility
  • Provide feedback regarding equipment performance and material usage
  • Monitor and control process variables, contributing to waste management and efficiency
  • Willingness to assist with related tasks outside normal packaging scope where required
  • Support and drive manufacturing excellence initiatives on the shop floor

Focus Area 3

Maintenance

  • Conduct first-line maintenance and escalate machine faults where necessary
  • Perform autonomous maintenance activities
  • Follow safety procedures, asset care standards and maintenance protocols

Focus Area 4

Quality

  • Adhere to food safety procedures as per factory standards
  • Conduct timely quality checks on packaging processes
  • Monitor quality parameters to ensure product standards are achieved
  • Execute Food Safety and Quality tasks in line with FSMS and QC requirements

Requirements of the Role

  • Matric Certificate (Maths & Physical Science advantageous)
  • Technical Qualifications (N3, N4, N5 or N6) will be an added advantage
  • Minimum 4 years' experience as a multi-skilled operator within an FMCG environment
  • Willingness to work shifts in accordance with production requirements

Preferred Skills/Competencies

  • Ability to operate plant and process equipment effectively
  • Capable of conducting basic maintenance activities
  • Demonstrates commitment to safe and healthy work standards
  • Willingness to work scheduled shifts
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

NB: Specific duties may change from time to time. The above is a guideline of the general scope of the role and not an exhaustive list. The incumbent may be required to perform additional responsibilities aligned to this job level, as needed to support business operations.

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