ALPLA stands for a responsible, sustainable, and future-oriented mind-set. For this reason, we count on the commitment of our employees. ALPLA is one of the leading companies in the world in the area of packaging solutions and is renowned throughout the world for producing plastic packaging of the highest quality. Around 20,900 employees at 181 locations ...
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What you will enjoy doing
- The Junior Plant Engineer – is responsible for designing and delivering on engineering plan and projects for all SOAF (Southern Africa) plants, although the majority of time will be spent in Lanseria, supporting the local plants' maintenance teams in implementation/improvement of proper equipment and maintenance when and where needed
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Utilities & Infrastructure:
- Responsible to define, plan, order and direct utilities installations
- Performs cost analysis for facility or utilities equipment
- Monitors the production plant infrastructure equipment parameters to ensure operation within accepted, defined specifications including electrical power usage
- Briefs and manages all contractors to either newly install, repair or maintain the above-mentioned infrastructure equipment
- Coordinates all infrastructure project with clear project objectives and a timetable to ensure that all tasks are completed within time and budget
- Assists in design and coordination of plant layout with CAD
- Reviews plant layout design for compliance with local law, engineering principles, company standards, and customer contract requirements
- Updates our internal ERP system (eMIS) in terms of energy and water consumption, costs, and infrastructure
- Participates in designing, updating drawing layouts, managing and or monitoring small to midsize projects regarding the facility and utilities.
- Coordinates and develops facility and infrastructure team/Maintenance team
Production & Productivity:
- Communicates any impact on planning with related departments
- Assist maintenance on infrastructure or engineering matters
Product Quality:
- Ensures that any project/engineering activities do not impact the quality of our products that is being produced
- Assists local Maintenance, Quality and Production departments on any customer quality concern when needed
What makes you great
Safety Awareness:
- Ensures 5S procedures and activities are followed as per SOPs
- Ensures that safety procedures are being carried out and followed
- Strong sense of safety in any aspect
Others:
- Supports preparation of maintenance budget
- Assist with setup and negotiation of maintenance contracts and Budgets
- Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at any point of time
Based on the Business Process Management (BPM) processes the job holder is responsible for:
- S6 (Assure product conformity)
- S6.3 Responsible to comply with all Hygiene requirements in the plant.
- S6.2 Support complaint handling by reporting all identified non-conformities and support in the implementation of effective corrective actions determined by the process owner, when needed.
- S10 (Ensure occupational health, safety and environment)
- Ensure that HSE compliance in own area of responsibility.
- Report any incident or unsafe conditions seen in the plant/ work area.
What you can expect working with us
REQUIREMENTS:
- Min. qualification - Technical Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering with a minimum 5 Years' experience in FMCG or related industry.
- At least 3-5 years' experience in a similar role in the manufacturing industry
- Must have technical experience/Insight
- Project management skills including MS Project, Excel, Word
- AutoCAD 2D layout skills
- Profound communication skills
- Excellent teamwork and conflict management skills
- Very good command of written and spoken English
- Familiar with 5S and lean management tools
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office
- Interaction with the production, quality and logistics team as required
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What you will enjoy doing
- Ensure all aspects of your working environment are kept neat and tidy and that 5S standards are followed
- Follow Quality and Health and Safety Management company procedures
- Cut wires or remove ropes from bales of bottles.
- All and any additional tasks as assigned by the shift supervisor or Production Manager.
What makes you great
- Matric
- Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
- Ensure housekeeping and general areas facilitates a tidy, neat environment
- Physically fit and able to do physical work while standing
What you can expect working with us
- Dynamic and International working environment in a stable and growing family business
- Market Related salary and benefits
- Rewarding and promoting your individual performance
- Opportunity to proactively share your own ideas.
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What you will enjoy doing
- Check the condition of the forklift truck at the beginning and end of the shift and complete safety checklist.
- Report any defects or damages to the Shift supervisor.
- Inspect the bales and move them from the bale storage area to the infeed. Report immediately to the shift supervisor any suspicions on quality issues with raw material.
- Remove all full bins in production and replace them with empty bins.
- Move big bags from big bag stations to the required areas as instructed.
- Follow warehouse and shipping procedures
- Record and store finished goods in the warehouse
- Ensure all aspects of your working environment are kept neat and tidy and that 5S standards are followed
- Follow Quality, Food Safety, Environmental and Health and Safety Management company procedures
- Additional tasks as assigned by the shift supervisor or Production Manager.
What makes you great
- Minimum of 3 years experience preferably working in a manufacturing environment driving a forklift or clamp truck.
- Matric
- Must have a valid forklift licence.
- Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
- Ensure ongoing awareness of Quality, Food Safety, Environmental and Health and Safety Management
- Ensure housekeeping and general areas facilitates a tidy, neat environment
- What you can expect working with us
- Dynamic and International working environment in a stable and growing family business
- Market Related salary and benefits
- Rewarding and promoting your individual performance
- Opportunity to proactively share your own ideas.
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What you will enjoy doing
- Set-up and operate the machines to manufacture products according to prescribed SOP's
- Timeous documentation of all production details and all product, process and machine related problems in production.
- Ensure that all products manufactured match the quality standards,
- Adjustment of the machine settings to achieve quality standard,
- Start up and shutdown of equipment in a safe and procedural manner,
- Ensure machines run at optimal settings and that the targeted shift outputs are reached,
- Ensure all aspects of the working environment are kept neat and tidy and that 5S standard is always followed on Machines / equipment and work areas,
- Report immediately to the shift supervisor any suspicions on quality issues with raw material, packaging and product,
- Report immediately all breakdowns of equipment to the shift supervisor.
- Constant monitoring and clearing of all conveyor lines and transport systems of jams or blockages in a safe manner,
- Responsible for the control and record of all Production Sheets for traceability of all products.
- Conduct product quality visual inspections according to frequencies defined on the Quality Plan.
- Conduct computer-based quality parameter checks
- Involvement in first line maintenance tasks including cleaning of the machines in the department of your responsibility and ensure housekeeping is done and maintained,
- Responsible to report any risks identified for Quality and Food Safety Management,
- Follow Quality, Food Safety, Environmental and Health and Safety Management company procedures
- Additional tasks as assigned by the shift supervisor or Production Manager
What makes you great
- Minimum of 5 years' technical experience in a manufacturing company, preferably in plastic recycling, plastic industry or food packaging
- Matric
- Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
- Ensure ongoing awareness of Quality, Food Safety, Environmental and Health and Safety Management
- Ensure housekeeping and general areas facilitates a tidy, neat environment
What you can expect working with us
- Dynamic and International working environment in a stable and growing family business
- Market Related salary and benefits
- Rewarding and promoting your individual performance
- Opportunity to proactively share your own ideas.
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What you will enjoy doing
- Manually sort incoming PET materials (e.g., bottles, containers) from other types of plastic, metals, or non-recyclable items on the sorting line.
- Ensure that only high-quality PET feedstock is selected for the recycling process.
- Identify and remove contaminants such as labels, caps, metals, and other non-PET materials to maintain the quality of sorted feedstock.
- Separate materials by type to ensure that recycling and disposal are done correctly.
- Operate basic sorting equipment like conveyors and ensure they are functioning correctly.
- Work as part of a team to meet daily sorting goals and ensure a continuous supply of sorted feedstock to the production lines.
- Keep the sorting area clean and organized by removing waste and debris, ensuring that walkways and workstations remain safe and free from obstructions.
- Dispose of waste materials appropriately, following plant waste management guidelines.
- Follow all plant safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety glasses, and high-visibility clothing.
- Report any safety hazards or incidents to the supervisor immediately.
- Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting materials to and from the sorting area as needed.
- Ensure that sorted materials are delivered to the appropriate areas on time to support continuous production flow.
- Track the quantity and quality of sorted materials, documenting any issues or trends related to feedstock quality.
- Flexibly move between different sorting tasks or assist in other areas of the plant as needed, such as feedstock handling or machine operation.
What makes you great
- Matric or equivalent preferred.
- Experience in a recycling, waste management, or manufacturing environment is an advantage, but not required.
- Basic understanding of different materials (PET plastics, metals, other plastics) is a plus.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to quickly identify contaminants.
- Physical ability to stand for long periods, bend, lift, and sort materials manually.
- Willingness to work in shifts, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends based on production schedules.
What you can expect working with us
- Dynamic and International working environment in a stable and growing family business
- Market Related salary and benefits
- Rewarding and promoting your individual performance
- Opportunity to proactively share your own ideas.
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What you will enjoy doing
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all incoming and outgoing PET materials.
- Conduct regular inventory audits to ensure data accuracy.
- Implement inventory control procedures to minimize discrepancies and losses.
- Schedule and coordinate the receipt, storage, and dispatch of PET materials.
- Work closely with suppliers and transport companies to ensure timely deliveries.
- Ensure the warehouse layout is optimized for efficient storage and retrieval of materials.
- Accurately input inventory data into management systems.
- Generate and analyze reports on inventory levels, movements, and discrepancies.
- Oversee daily activities of warehouse staff, providing guidance and support.
- Inspect incoming materials for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Identify and report any quality issues or discrepancies to the relevant departments.
- Enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
- Liaise with suppliers, transport companies, and other departments to coordinate logistics and resolve issues.
- Communicate effectively with team members to ensure smooth operations.
- Monitor inventory levels and reorder supplies as needed to prevent shortages.
- Ensure all warehouse equipment is properly maintained and operational
What makes you great
- Matric or equivalent; additional education or certification in logistics, supply chain management, or related field is a plus.
- Proven experience in warehouse administration or a similar role.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in warehouse management.
What you can expect working with us
- Dynamic and International working environment in a stable and growing family business
- Market Related salary and benefits
- Rewarding and promoting your individual performance
- Opportunity to proactively share your own ideas.
go to method of application »
What you will enjoy doing
- Check the condition of the forklift truck at the beginning and end of the shift and complete safety checklist.
- Report any defects or damages to the Shift supervisor.
- Inspect the bales and move them from the bale storage area to the infeed. Report immediately to the shift supervisor any suspicions on quality issues with raw material.
- Remove all full bins in production and replace them with empty bins.
- Move big bags from big bag stations to the required areas as instructed.
- Follow warehouse and shipping procedures • Record and store finished goods in the warehouse
- Ensure all aspects of your working environment are kept neat and tidy and that 5S standards are followed
- Follow Quality, Food Safety, Environmental and Health and Safety Management company procedures
- Additional tasks as assigned by the shift supervisor or Warehouse Manager.
What makes you great
- Minimum of 3 years experience preferably working in a manufacturing environment driving a forklift or clamp truck.
- Matric
- Must have a valid forklift licence.
- Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
- Ensure ongoing awareness of Quality, Food Safety, Environmental and Health and Safety Management
- Ensure housekeeping and general areas facilitates a tidy, neat environment
What you can expect working with us
- Dynamic and International working environment in a stable and growing family business
- Market Related salary and benefits
- Rewarding and promoting your individual performance
- Opportunity to proactively share your own ideas.
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