Plant Operator Trainee Position

Placements24; Graafwater; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Career advancement

Competitive wage

Safe work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Plant Operator Trainee to learn the safe and efficient operation of processing machinery. This entry‑level role offers on‑the‑job training and mentoring from experienced operators, with practical skills in monitoring equipment and controlling production processes.

You will help ensure quality, maintain a safe working environment, and develop a career path within the agricultural processing industry. Shift work, including weekends, is required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 certificate required.
• Basic numeracy and literacy understood.
• Willingness to learn and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior plant operators in daily running of processing machinery.
• Learn to monitor equipment performance and production output.
• Operate control panels and machinery according to SOPs.
• Perform basic quality checks on products and materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow safety protocols.
• Identify and report operational issues to supervisors.
• Participate in training sessions to develop plant operation skills.
• Assist with routine maintenance and cleaning of machinery.
• Follow supervisor instructions and contribute to a productive team.
• Contribute to a positive team atmosphere.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Reliability

Team player

Manual dexterity

Education

Grade 12 certificate

Job description

About the Role

A prominent agricultural processing company located in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking enthusiastic and reliable individuals for a Plant Operator Trainee position. This program offers a comprehensive introduction to industrial plant operations, focusing on the safe and efficient running of processing machinery. Our client is committed to developing new talent and provides thorough on-the-job training, mentoring, and the opportunity to learn from experienced operators. Trainees will gain practical skills in monitoring equipment, controlling production processes, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining a safe working environment. This role is essential to the company's daily operations, contributing directly to the production of high-quality goods. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals looking to build a stable career in the manufacturing sector within Paarl.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior plant operators in the daily running of processing machinery.
• Learn to monitor equipment performance and production output.
• Operate control panels and machinery according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Perform basic quality checks on products and materials.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all safety protocols.
• Identify and report any operational issues or malfunctions to supervisors.
• Participate in training sessions to develop skills in various plant operations.
• Assist with routine maintenance and cleaning of machinery.
• Follow all instructions given by supervisors and experienced team members.
• Contribute to a positive and productive team atmosphere.

Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate.
• A strong work ethic and reliability.
• Good understanding of instructions and ability to follow procedures.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays, as required.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Physically fit and able to perform tasks requiring standing and manual dexterity.
• Must have the legal right to work in South Africa.
• Reside in or near Paarl, Western Cape, or be willing to travel daily.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes.

Benefits

• This trainee program in Paarl, Western Cape, provides structured learning and practical experience in plant operations.
• Trainees will receive a competitive wage and comprehensive on-the-job training.
• Exposure to modern processing equipment and techniques will be provided.
• Our client invests in its employees' development, offering potential career advancement opportunities within the company for dedicated individuals.
• A safe and supportive work environment is maintained.
• This role offers a stable career path in the agricultural processing industry.