Machine Operator

1 week ago

Paarl Western Cape, South Africa Yagdan Manufacturing ta Azapak Paper Packaging Products Full time R200 000 - R400 000 per year

Production Management

  • Final product and WIP products adheres to job card specifications
  • Communicates to team the volume required to complete the order and drives production
  • Ensure team are aware of shift targets and what is expected on a daily basis (eg: 3 pallets per shift / 120 boxes per shift)
  • Provides reasons if shift targets are not met and actions to address problems encountered
  • Efficient use of raw materials and time management: Reduced wastage and increased productivity
  • Minimise waste produced during start up and operational use of machinery
  • Record all waste / spoils correctly and labelled – if required
  • All raw materials are accounted for before disposal of waste
  • Waste is disposed of in the manner prescribed by Azapak policies and procedures
  • Quality checks are done correctly and regularly (adhere to quality testing methodology)
  • If poor quality, the machinery is adjusted and reset to correct the poor quality
  • In the case of a breakdown / technical fault: Report to floor manager / supervisor and determine if the team must go home / assist in another department until resolved
  • Understand the potential problems of the machinery and knowledge of how to correct it
  • Production feedback is given to management or production officer
  • Daily and weekly targets are met, if not provide reasons for low production

Machinery / Maintenance

  • Work with machinery / near moving machinery
  • Report any breakdowns / problems to the Supervisor
  • Assess quality of product to ensure there are mechanical / technical problems with the machinery
  • Clean the machine and surrounding areas properly and adhere to safety standards (no obstructions on walkways, emergency exits are easily accessible). Cleaning to be done before and after every shift or as per department regulations
  • Machinery is cleaned as per instruction manual or as advised by engineering and maintenance team

Supplies Control

  • Team has all the necessary tools to complete the job (scissors / tape / boxes). Ensure sufficient supplies for 2 shifts – 24 hours
  • Factory floor supervisor is aware of low supplies and that an order has been placed to replenish stock
  • Raw materials / finished good are stored in the correct manner as prescribed by Azapak
  • If all raw material has been utilised, request more from the warehouse controller / supervisor – reasons must be provided why raw materials were used inefficiently

Health & Safety

  • Aware of Occupational health and safety Act and regulations and Azapak's policies and procedures
  • Knowledgeable about potential or actual health and safety hazards in the workplace
  • Provide information to team members to protect the health and safety of the employee
  • Utilise the correct equipment, material and protective devices required by regulation when operating machinery / fulfilling their duties

Applications will be reviewed as per the companies Employment Equity plan. Applications should reach us by 17 October 2025. If you have not heard from us within one week of our application deadline, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Job Type: Full-time

Location:

  • Paarl, Western Cape 7646 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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