Mixer

Tiger Brands; Makana Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Brands is seeking a production operator in the Eastern Cape to mix products per SOPs, maintain batch records and support daily production plans. You will operate relevant machinery and SCADA systems, ensure safety and report hazards, and collaborate with the team to improve processes.

The role requires basic computer skills,Matric or equivalent, and a background in mixer/operational environments. Shift work and overtime may be part of the schedule, with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Mix products according to SOPs and maintain batch records.
• Operate machinery and SCADA systems.
• Ensure safety, PPE and housekeeping compliance.
• Assist with quality checks and batch adjustments as needed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Competent mixer

Education

Matric with passes in Maths and Science

NTC-3 or equivalent

Job description

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

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

  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.