Operator / Machine at Essity

About the Role

You will directly report to the Team Leader and will be responsible for the smooth running of the Surgical Dressing plant and adhere to the departments processes. The successful incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that the company’s safety standards and quality requirements are maintained according to the designated area’s requirements.
We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk. 

What You Will Do

• Ensure that machine safety interlocks are always operational and the machine is running according to the required product being processed.

• Communicate effectively and report any issues to the Team Leader.

• Ensure that the daily and weekly production plan is met within target. 

• Complete the relevant administration documentation (IPRS) and record all products processed within the department.

• Perform quality checks and ensure that the product meets the required quality standards.

• Ensure all production from the machines and tables are assembled and moved to the shipping area .

• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices conditions and housekeeping.

• Monitor the machine and do minor adjustments as and when required.

• Adhere to the Hygiene SOP for entering, exiting and operating in the specific department.

• Assist the team leader during the stock counting

Who You Are

• Must have Matric with basic numerical skills.

• Minimum of 1-2 years machine operating and previous production experience.

• Must speak, read and write fluent English

• Work shift pattern as defined by the company’s shift system and may also be asked to work overtime as and when required by the company’s operational requirement.

• Must work well within a team and independently.

• Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written.)

What We Can Offer You

At Essity, we believe everyone's learning and professional development is unique and want to empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.
Collaborative and Inclusive Culture | Empowering & Engaged Leaders | Working with Powerful Purpose & Sustainable Impact | Learning and Growing in your Career | Supporting Well-being & Sustainable Working Life | Life-changing Innovations | Competitive Total rewards

Location

Pinetown, South Africa

Together, we are improving lives, every day.

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.