Labeller Operator

Tiger Brands; Brakpan; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Brands is seeking a production operator in the Brakpan area to operate and monitor beverage production lines. You will relieve teammates, perform start-ups and changeovers, and ensure quality and safety during shifts.

Responsibilities include maintaining 5S/GMP standards, recording production data, and assisting with troubleshooting and material handling. Good teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Experience in manufacturing or beverage production.
• Ability to operate multiple production line machines.
• Basic mechanical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and overtime when required.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate various production line equipment safely and efficiently.
• Relieve operators at different workstations as assigned.
• Perform start-up, shutdown, and changeover activities when required.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality during operation.
• Conduct routine checks and inspections on equipment.
• Report equipment faults, quality deviations, and safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in accordance with 5S and GMP requirements.
• Complete production records and documentation accurately.
• Follow production schedules and work instructions.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving minor operational issues.
• Support stock handling, material replenishment, and packaging activities when required.
• Adhere to all food safety, quality, environmental, and safety standards.
• Participate in shift handovers and team meetings.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to improve line performance.

Skills

Production line operation

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Shift work

Safety awareness

Quality consciousness

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

Key Responsibilities

• Operate various production line equipment safely and efficiently.
• Relieve operators at different workstations as assigned.
• Perform start-up, shutdown, and changeover activities when required.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality during operation.
• Conduct routine checks and inspections on equipment.
• Report equipment faults, quality deviations, and safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in accordance with 5S and GMP requirements.
• Complete production records and documentation accurately.
• Follow production schedules and work instructions.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving minor operational issues.
• Support stock handling, material replenishment, and packaging activities when required.
• Adhere to all food safety, quality, environmental, and safety standards.
• Participate in shift handovers and team meetings.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to improve line performance.

Health, Safety and Quality Responsibilities

• Comply with all company safety procedures and regulations.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Report unsafe acts and conditions immediately.
• Maintain product quality standards and food safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, and company quality systems.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or beverage production environment.
• Ability to operate multiple production line machines.
• Basic mechanical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and overtime when required.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Key Competencies

• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Attention to detail.
• Reliability and accountability.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Time management.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Safety consciousness.
• Ability to learn and perform multiple operational tasks.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Adherence to safety procedures.
• Production line uptime and efficiency.
• Product quality compliance.
• Attendance and reliability.
• Housekeeping standards.
• Reduction in production downtime.
• Successful coverage of multiple workstations.

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.