Blow Mould Setter – FMCG Shift Specialist

Boardroom Appointments; Pinetown; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments is seeking two Blow Mould Setters for a 2-shift role in KwaZulu-Natal. You will set up blow moulding machines, adjust moulds and settings to align with quality specs, and perform preventive maintenance to minimise downtime.

You will work with quality teams to verify product specifications, monitor operations, and log shifts and maintenance activities. Prior experience in FMCG is preferred.

Qualifications

• Setting and/or mechanical experience is essential.
• Exposure to blow moulding is advantageous.
• Minimum N3 Mechanical or Electrical qualification.

Responsibilities

• Set up blow moulding machines, adjust moulds and settings to meet specifications.
• Perform mechanical/technical adjustments and preventative maintenance.
• Collaborate with quality teams to ensure dimensional, closure, seal and decoration standards.
• Monitor machine operation and troubleshoot faults (mechanical/electrical).
• Maintain a clean, safe production area and assist with mould changeovers.
• Record shifts, machine settings and maintenance logs.
• Work with production planning to meet output and capacity targets.

Skills

Setting experience

Mechanical experience

Electrical exposure

Education

N3 Mechanical or Electrical

N4 or higher preferred

Job description

Boardroom Appointments is seeking two Blow Mould Setters for a 2-shift role in KwaZulu-Natal. You will set up blow moulding machines, adjust moulds and settings to align with quality specs, and perform preventive maintenance to minimise downtime.

You will work with quality teams to verify product specifications, monitor operations, and log shifts and maintenance activities. Prior experience in FMCG is preferred.