Packaging Process Operator: Optimize Production & Safety

SAB; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SAB is seeking a packaging operator in Gauteng to operate and maintain the packaging process, ensuring optimal equipment effectiveness. You will start/stop machines, perform brand pack changes and support autonomous maintenance while monitoring performance and coaching teams.

The role requires matric, shift work capability, and at least 3 years in a packaging environment, with responsibility for safety and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Matric
• Ability to work shifts
• Summatively assessed on at least two machines
• 3 years' experience in working in a packaging process environment

Responsibilities

• Carries out machine operation - start-up, shut down, running, etc.
• Carry out brand pack changes
• Perform autonomous maintenance
• Regularly checks to ensure correct set up and operation
• Monitor process performance
• Supports development, training and coach operational teams to ensure optimal operation
• Assist in problem solving processes pertaining to specific process area
• Provides knowledge in all continuous improvement activities aimed at improving process capability of specific plant/process area
• Coaches and assesses staff as required
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment

Skills

Active team player

Vigilance

Problem solving

Manual dexterity

Proven SAB track record

Education

Matric

Job description

SAB is seeking a packaging operator in Gauteng to operate and maintain the packaging process, ensuring optimal equipment effectiveness. You will start/stop machines, perform brand pack changes and support autonomous maintenance while monitoring performance and coaching teams.

The role requires matric, shift work capability, and at least 3 years in a packaging environment, with responsibility for safety and process improvements.