Precision Factory Operator - Manufacturing

Werfnet; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Werfnet in South Africa’s Gauteng region is seeking reliable General Factory Workers to support production operations in a precision manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include material handling, packing, basic assembly when trained, and maintaining clean, organized workstations according to 5S standards.

The ideal candidate is reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious, with Grade 10 minimum and optional Grade 12.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 minimum; Grade 12 preferred.
• Experience in factory, warehouse or production roles is advantageous.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety rules.
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production activities by preparing materials and work areas.
• Move components and work-in-progress between production areas.
• Assist with cleaning, deburring, finishing and basic assembly when trained.
• Follow standard operating procedures and production instructions.
• Load and unload materials safely and place items in designated areas.
• Assist with stock checks and report damaged or incorrectly identified materials.
• Perform basic quality checks when trained and report any defects.
• Keep non-conforming materials separate and complete required production paperwork.
• Maintain clean and organised workstations and production areas according to 5S standards.
• Manage waste and scrap and return tools and equipment to their designated areas.
• Wear required PPE and follow all health and safety procedures.
• Report hazards, incidents and unsafe working conditions. Follow all security and access-control procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding company operations and production activities.
• Report any security concerns immediately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Basic English

Safety awareness

Education

Grade 10

Grade 12

Job description

Werfnet in South Africa’s Gauteng region is seeking reliable General Factory Workers to support production operations in a precision manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include material handling, packing, basic assembly when trained, and maintaining clean, organized workstations according to 5S standards.

The ideal candidate is reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious, with Grade 10 minimum and optional Grade 12.