Machine Operator - Assembly Line

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowances

On-the-job training

Safety equipment

Paid time off

Stable work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks reliable Machine Operators to join an assembly line in Soweto. You will operate and maintain production machinery to ensure efficient assembly of products according to quality standards.

This hands-on role offers on-the-job training, shift allowances, and a stable work environment in the Soweto industrial sector. Flexibility to work hours and strong teamwork are valued. You will perform routine checks, report issues, and help maintain a clean, safe work area.

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery in manufacturing/assembly is preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and diagrams.
• Good hand-eye coordination and basic mechanical understanding.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated and semi-automated machinery on the assembly line.
• Perform routine checks and basic maintenance for optimal performance.
• Assemble components following work instructions and specifications.
• Identify and report machine malfunctions or quality issues to supervisors.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily production targets.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for reliable and skilled Machine Operators to work on their assembly line in Soweto . You will be responsible for operating and maintaining production machinery to ensure efficient assembly of products according to quality standards. This hands-on role is vital to our client's manufacturing output. Join our team in Gauteng and become an integral part of our production process, contributing to the creation of high-quality goods.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated and semi-automated machinery used in the assembly process.
• Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
• Assemble components and products accurately following work instructions and specifications.
• Identify and report any machine malfunctions or product quality issues to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety and housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve daily production targets.

Requirements

• Previous experience operating machinery in a manufacturing or assembly environment is preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed work instructions and diagrams.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality control, and teamwork.Willingness to work flexible hours as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for shift allowances.
• On-the-job training and skill development opportunities.
• Company-provided safety equipment.
• Paid time off and public holidays.
• A stable work environment in the industrial sector of Soweto .