Mixer

Tiger Brands; Brakpan; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Brands in Brakpan, Gauteng, seeks an experienced mixer/operator to support daily production. You will follow SOPs for mixing and cleaning, maintain batch records, and operate SCADA systems while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Join a team focused on continuous improvement, accurate materials handling, and timely production, with attention to detail and ability to work shift schedules as required.

Qualifications

• Matric with passes in Maths and Science or at least NTC-3.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience as a competent mixer in a technical/operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Mix products according to SOPs to meet the daily production plan.
• Follow SOPs for mixing and cleaning.
• Maintain detailed batch records and complete quality checks.
• Operate relevant machinery and SCADA systems.
• Record batches and take samples to QC for adjustments as needed.
• Audit and receive raw materials; ensure batch instructions are followed.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Self-discipline

Shift work

Willingness to work weekends/holidays

Basic computer skills

SCADA systems operation

Education

Matric with Maths and Science

NTC-3

Tools

SCADA systems

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Description Summary

Competently mix products according to applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to meet the daily production plan.

Accurately follow SOPs for mixing and cleaning

Maintain detailed batch records and ensure all quality checks are completed

Operate relevant machinery and SCADA systems

Demonstrate safety awareness and report hazards

Work collaboratively with team members and communicate improvement ideas

Key Outputs & Main Tasks

• CIP tanks and fillers
• Visual inspections before batch making
• Inform QC for swabs after CIP
• Audit and receive raw materials
• Download and compare recipes
• Record batches
• Take samples to QC and adjust as needed | - No customer complaints
• Batches meet specifications | - Producing in-spec batches
• Accepting correct raw materials - Follow batch instructions accurately
• Use correct materials
• Keep batch records - Low Material Usage Variance (MUV)
• No out-of-spec batches
• Minimized over-batching | - Producing in-spec batches - Be at workstation on time
• Forklift driving, tanker/truck offloading
• Check production plan
• Clean pasteurizers
• Start mixing program
• Operate SCADA as required
• Dispose of empty packaging
• Pump product to filler | - Daily production plan achieved | - Continuous supply of batches for bottling |
• Safety & Environment | - Maintain clean work environment
• Wear correct PPE
• Check machine guards and safety devices
• Test emergency switches
• Shutdown machine correctly
• Report unsafe acts/equipment | - No injuries
• No equipment damage | - Safety and environmental awareness - good attendance
• Suggest improvements
• Participate in team activities
• Provide feedback | - High motivation
• No absenteeism
• Team meetings at Level 3 | - Teamwork
• Willingness to learn
• Self-discipline

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum Education: Matric with passes in Maths and Science or at least NTC-3 (previous learning or work experience recognized)
• Technical/Operational Competencies: Basic computer skills
• Experience: Assessed as competent mixer; experience in a technical/operational environment

Behavioural Competencies

• Able to work shifts
• Willingness to work weekends or holidays as required
• Attention to detail
• Self-discipline

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.