Operator

Job Advert Summary

Operate processing equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures within the Production (Packaging) Department in Bloemfontein

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF4

• Recognised qualification or trade certificate in a Mechanical, Electrical, Fitting, or related Engineering discipline is highly advantageous.

• Business English: Fluent

• Relevant experience in applying job-related concepts, techniques and processes at the required level

• Work in extreme conditions

• Work shifts/weekends/public holidays

Duties and Responsibilities

Operate, monitor and control plant processes

• Operate processing equipment e.g. pasteurizer, homogenizer, separator, etc. in line with standard operating procedure (SOP)
• Ensure yield and throughput in the process
• Assist with efficiency improvement and/or reduction of operating costs

- Maintain adequate records of key production variables, such as production volume & yield, plant up- and down-time, utility consumption etc. on a daily, weekly or monthly basis as required

• Participate in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness
• Monitor usage and inventories of process chemicals and supplies

Ensure quality assurance

• Ensure integrity of raw materials and products
• Communicate directly with laboratory to ensure effective participation in the implementation of QA procedures
• Sample and test process streams as required by the QA program and procedures
• Maintain QA records
• Understand and interpret QA results and take appropriate action when required

Assist with plant maintenance and safety program

• Communicate equipment related problems directly to the maintenance department
• Perform preventative maintenance activities as required
• Assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting maintenance-related issues