Machine Minder

RCL FOODS; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company based in Pretoria is seeking a Machine Minder. The successful candidate will maintain and operate processing line machinery, ensuring production quality and machine efficiency. Candidates must have a Matric certificate, N3 in Mechanical/Electrical engineering, and at least 2 years of experience in the FMCG or mechanical environment. This permanent position offers opportunities for personal development and adherence to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Matric with N3 Mechanical/Electrical engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in FMCG or mechanical industry.
• Completion of first line maintenance course advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate processing line machinery.
• Conduct routine and first line maintenance on machinery.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Lead team coordination and support training initiatives.

Skills

Matric / Grade 12

N3 Mechanical/Electrical engineering

2 years in FMCG or mechanical environment

First line maintenance course or equivalent

Job description

Closing Date: 2025/12/29

Reference Number: RCL251222-1

Company: RCL Foods

Job Title: Machine Minder

Functions: Engineering

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Town / City Pretoria West, Province Gauteng, Country South Africa

Job Description

RCL Foods is seeking a Machine Minder to join our baking division. The role will be based in Pretoria West and will report to the Maintenance Foreman. The successful incumbent will be responsible for maintaining and operating processing line machinery to ensure optimum production and to maintain the condition of the machine(s).

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12
• N3 Mechanical/Electrical engineering
• 2 years in FMCG or mechanical environment
• A first line maintenance course or equivalent would be advantageous

Duties & Responsibilities

Machine Operation

• Set up the machine to ensure the required quality standard of product.
• Monitor the speed and state of the machine to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Highlight and pinpoint problem areas on machinery in order for corrective or preventative action to be carried out.
• Report any deviations from quality and food safety standards to Production, QA and Engineering management.
• Adhere to the ISO 14000, 18000 and 22000 standards in terms of production and machinery operation.

Health and Safety Compliance

• Report unsafe conditions and acts to management.
• Start up and shut down machines in a safe manner as required by Standard Operating Procedures.
• Conduct regular safety inspections on machinery in line with Occupational Health and Safety requirements.

Machine Maintenance

• Conduct routine and first line maintenance on machinery to ensure machinery is mechanically and functionally sound.
• Assist artisans in attending to machine breakdowns.
• Conduct basic fault-finding on machinery.
• Isolate machine and remove components that require cleaning, lubrication and inspection.

Housekeeping

• Ensure the workstation is clean, neat and tidy and in line with food safety standards.
• Clean the machine in line with operating guidelines and food safety requirements.
• Administration
• Complete checklists and records for traceability and audit purposes.

Team Coordination

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning, prioritising and self-development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Support and drive the business core values.
• Manage colleagues and clients’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Champion training and development of self and others through utilising available training opportunities or contributing to the development of new training solutions in collaboration with national training specialists.
• Participate in and drive regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.

KPI’s

• Machine availability/uptime
• Housekeeping standards adherence
• Machine performance/productivity