Junior Machine Operator (Factory)

Exceed Human Resource Consultants; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Paarl is seeking candidates to assist in the steam distillation of plant materials. Responsibilities include local driving for material collection and performing maintenance on equipment. Ideal candidates should be mechanically inclined, physically fit, and fluent in Afrikaans and English, with a valid driver’s licence. A proactive attitude is essential. Send your CV to apply.

Qualifications

• A strong mechanical aptitude and maintenance background.
• Experience with boilers or distillation is beneficial.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual labour.
• Valid driver’s licence and own, reliable transport.
• Fluency in Afrikaans and English.
• Understanding of food safety protocols.
• A valid forklift licence and PDP are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist in the steam distillation of plant materials.
• Perform physical tasks including weighing and loading materials.
• Drive locally for collection and delivery of plant material.
• Conduct basic maintenance on equipment.
• Assist with the operation of boilers and distillation equipment.
• Adhere to health, safety, and food safety protocols.
• Work collaboratively within a team and learn new skills.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Welding skills

Physical fitness

Fluency in Afrikaans and English

Proactive attitude

Tools

Boilers

Forklift

Job description

Overview

Reference: 10704 NB Consultant: Nine Broodryk Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist in the steam distillation of plant materials.
• Perform physical tasks including the weighing, loading, and moving of raw materials.
• Conduct local driving to various processors for the collection and delivery of plant material (a valid driver's licence and own transport are required).
• Perform basic and proactive maintenance on equipment; identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Assist with the operation and monitoring of boilers and related distillation equipment.
• Adhere strictly to all company health, safety, and food safety protocols.
• Work collaboratively within a team and demonstrate a strong willingness to learn new skills.

Qualifications

• A strong mechanical aptitude and maintenance background (experience with boilers or distillation is highly advantageous).
• Welding skills are a distinct advantage.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual labour in a production environment.
• Valid driver’s licence and own, reliable transport.
• Fluency in both Afrikaans and English.
• A proven "hard worker" with a proactive, can-do attitude.
• Understanding of, or willingness to be trained in, food safety protocols (e.g., FSSC).
• A valid forklift licence is highly beneficial.
• A Professional Driving Permit (PDP) is highly beneficial.

How to Apply

• Email your comprehensive CV to [e-mail].
• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.