Machine Operator - Lilianton at AECI Limited

Job Description:

• Assist with cleaning/decontamination tasks, i.e. draining/cleaning of vessels/pipes, unblocking of pipes, etc.
• Optimize packing machine run times by reporting downtime due to drum shortages, breakdowns, etc.
• Required to report all downtime to the Team Leader immediately.
• Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained in areas of responsibility.
• Respond to instructions received from the Team Leader.
• Report all relevant equipment breakdowns or deviations to the Team Leader.
• Help to keep packaging lines in a clean and safe condition.
• Adhere to quality standards as specified by the Plant Operator/Team Leader.
• Assist Management with problem solving tasks.
• Required to report all non-conformance issues, e.g. spillages, off spec product, packaging problems, etc. to the Team Leader.
• Ensure correct quantity/type of packing material is collected from the Stores and sign appropriate space on relevant job cards.
• Adhere to production packing targets as specified by the Team Leader.
• Required to conform to relevant SHEQ rules and regulations as per company policy
• Required to work in other work areas as directed by the Team Leader/Production Manager.
• On occasion required to carry out miscellaneous legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as instructed by the Team Leader.
• To participate and assist to maintain SHEQ Management System certificates/standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Able to drive a forklift, be medically fit to drive a forklift and be in possession of a valid forklift driver’s license.
• Minimum of 3 - 6 month’s experience in a Production and / or Packaging environment and items allied thereto.
• Minimum of 6 months’ forklift driving experience.
• Required to maintain medical fitness to drive a forklift in order to successfully have the forklift driver’s license renewed.
• Basic computer literacy skills.
• Able to work independently as well as within a team and be able to multi-task with attention to detail.
• Possess a sound knowledge of production procedures.
• Knowledge of SHEQ Management Systems standards/requirements would be advantageous.