Machine Operator

RCL Foods; Randfontein; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company seeks a Machine Operator in Randfontein to oversee the operation and maintenance of production machinery. The ideal candidate will ensure quality and safety standards are met, adjust machinery, and maintain sanitation. Candidates must have a Matric qualification and strong communication skills. This role is crucial in the production line, ensuring efficiency and compliance with standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be able to maintain sanitation of the machine including CIP.
• Extensive knowledge of product handling, labelling, and storage practices.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of products.
• Adjust machine components according to size and angle of product.
• Reset machine when malfunctions occur and report to the supervisor.
• Ensure all required records are captured and filed daily.

Skills

Computer literacy

Verbal & written communication

Punctuality

Logical thinking

Education

Matric

Job description

RCL FOODS is seeking to employ a Machine Operator. The role will be based in Randfontein and will report into the Production Coordinator.

The Machine Operator will be responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining machinery used in production.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric
• Computer literacy
• Verbal & written communication
• Punctuality
• Logical thinking

Duties & Responsibilities

• Observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of filled or packaged product to standards.
• Adjust machine components and machine tension and pressure according to size and angle of product.
• Remove packaged items from machine and separate scrap items.
• Regulate machine flow speed.
• Reset machine when malfunctions occur, clear jams and report malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Maintain sanitation of the machine including CIP.
• Weigh and inspect products, verifying and adjusting product weight to meet specifications.
• Supply material to hoppers
• Carry out housekeeping in and around the machine (Area of Responsibility Chart) Ongoing
• Ensure all required records are captured and filed daily
• Ensuring that all required information is documented in accordance with SOP.
• May perform other related assignments at the direction of supervision
• Managing waste
• Adherence to instructions
• Adherence to SOP and safety
• Extensive knowledge of product handling, labelling and storage practices
• Familiarity with basic math and warehouse management
• Ability to read and understand written instructions
• Planning and coordinating with other departments
• Carry out machine adjustments as required
• Fine adjustments and fine tuning after changeovers
• Storage area control
• Safety Health and Environmental aspects
• Cycle counting and reconciliation
• Stock rotation (FIFO)