Operator at Clover S.A. Proprietary Limited

Job Advert Summary    

• Operate processing equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures 
• Apply Health & Safety principles to make sure that high risk incidents are avoided
• Being available to work shifts, overtime and public holidays is a pre-requisite of the job

Requirements    

• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF4 
• Relevant experience in applying job related concepts, techniques and processes at the required level  
• Business English: Fluent 
• Computer literacy (Basic)  
• Work in extreme conditions 
• Work shifts/weekends/public holidays 

Competencies    

• Acts with honesty and consistency  
• Maintains high standards  
• Achieves Results Effectively  
• Commitment and motivation  
• Communicates effectively  

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Operate, monitor and control plant processes  
• Operate processing equipment e.g. pasteuriser, homogeniser, 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 product  
• Communicate directly with laboratory to ensure effective participation in the implementation of QA policies and 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  

Closing Date    

• 2025/0530