Assistant Plant Operator

Resources Partners Pty Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 145,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Resources Partners Pty Ltd in Durban is seeking an Assistant Plant Operator to support the production team in manufacturing unsaturated polyester resins and gelcoat products. Responsibilities include weighing raw materials, assisting with production, packaging finished goods and maintaining accurate records.

The role requires good numeracy, attention to detail and a strong commitment to workplace safety and housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) is required.
• Valid forklift licence is essential.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is advantageous.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills for measurement, weighing and recording materials.
• Ability to follow production schedules, written instructions and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
• Physically fit for hands-on production duties.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Reliable, punctual and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Weigh, measure and prepare raw materials for production according to schedules.
• Ensure materials are available, weighed and organised in batch marshalling areas.
• Assist Resin Plant and Gelcoat Operators with loading materials into production equipment.
• Package, label and transfer finished products to storage areas.
• Complete raw material marshalling documentation for each batch.
• Record final product yields and verify correct labelling.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, housekeeping and safety.
• Operate forklift safely when required.
• Follow health and safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required by senior staff.

Skills

Numeracy

Recordkeeping

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Assistant Plant Operator

Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Salary: R13,500 per month
Industry: Manufacturing / Chemical Production

About the Role

An established manufacturing company in Durban is seeking a reliable, safety-conscious and detail-oriented Assistant Plant Operator to join its production team.

The successful candidate will support the manufacturing of unsaturated polyester resins and gelcoat products by preparing and weighing raw materials, assisting with production activities, packaging finished products and maintaining accurate production records. The role requires good numeracy skills, attention to detail and a strong commitment to workplace safety and housekeeping.

Key Responsibilities

• Weigh, measure and prepare raw materials required for the production of unsaturated polyester resins and gelcoat products in accordance with production schedules.

• Ensure all required materials are available, accurately weighed and correctly organised in the designated batch marshalling areas.

• Assist the Resin Plant Operator and Gelcoat Operator with loading raw materials into the relevant production equipment.

• Package, label and transfer finished products to the designated storage areas, ensuring correct identification and handling.

• Accurately complete raw material marshalling documentation, recording all components weighed and prepared for each production batch.

• Record final packaged product yields and verify that finished products are correctly labelled.

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, housekeeping and safety throughout the manufacturing and storage areas.

• Operate a forklift safely when required, in accordance with company procedures and safety requirements.

• Comply with company health and safety policies, operational procedures and instructions.

• Perform other reasonable duties as requested by senior members of staff to support production operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12).

• Valid forklift licence — essential.

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment will be advantageous.

• Good numeracy and literacy skills, with the ability to measure, weigh and record materials accurately.

• Ability to follow production schedules, written instructions and established procedures.

• Good attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping skills.

• Physically fit and able to perform practical, hands-on production duties.

• Strong awareness of workplace health and safety requirements.

• Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Key Competencies

• Accuracy and attention to detail.

• Safety-conscious approach to work.

• Good organisational and housekeeping skills.

• Teamwork and willingness to assist production operators.

• Ability to follow instructions and production procedures.

• Dependability and a strong work ethic.

Remuneration

Salary: R13,500 per month.