Utility 2 Operator

Weskus Personeel; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in South Africa is seeking a skilled Utility 2 Operator to maintain quality production at their Gqeberha facility. The ideal candidate has a mechanical or electrical trade background, with at least 5 years of experience in an automated manufacturing environment, ensuring production machinery operates at optimum levels and adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in an automated manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to operate and maintain high-tech machinery.
• Strong understanding of production processes and QMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain automatic machinery.
• Ensure correct tooling and moulds for each shift.
• Troubleshoot any issues affecting production or quality.
• Monitor extraction and cooling systems for consistent operation.
• Maintain accurate records including production logs.

Skills

Forklift

Basic Math

Heavy Equipment Operation

Industrial Equipment

Wastewater

Water Truck Experience

Mechanical Knowledge

Commercial Driving

Maintenance

Heavy Lifting

Excavator

Manufacturing

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

N4 or equivalent trade qualification (Mechanical or Electrical)

Job description

A high-performance manufacturing facility is on the hunt for a skilled and self-assured Utility 2 Operator with a strong mechanical or electrical trade background for their Port Elizabeth facility. This role is critical in maintaining quality production and ensuring machinery operates at optimum levels.

If youre technically savvy thrive in a fast-paced automated environment and know your way around hi-tech machinery this could be your next career move. To ensure excellent service to both internal and external customers by operating maintaining and troubleshooting a variety of advanced production machinery to produce quality products efficiently and safely.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• N4 or equivalent trade qualification (Mechanical or Electrical)
• Minimum 5 years experience in an automated manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to operate and maintain high-tech machinery
• Strong understanding of production processes and QMS systems

Key Responsibilities

Set up operate and maintain automatic machinery (e.g. Plate Enveloping COS Shorts Testing TTP Welding Heat Sealing Leak Testing and Date Coding machines)

Ensure correct tooling moulds and heads are in place for each production shift

Troubleshoot and correct any issues impacting production rate or product quality

Keep all machinery clean and in safe working order

Monitor extraction and cooling water systems to ensure consistent operation

Deliver consistent high-quality output in line with customer and company standards

Immediately halt production and investigate if quality issues arise - correct and prevent recurrence

Maintain accurate records including production logs SPC data and attribute charts

Ensure all relevant job cards and permits are completed prior to maintenance tasks (including hot work elevated work and vessel entry permits)

Adhere to safety housekeeping and quality requirements per company standards

Communicate effectively with suppliers customers peers and management

Participate in safety audits and support continuous improvement efforts

Assist other departments when required

Knowledge & Skills Required

• In-depth technical knowledge of manufacturing machinery and processes
• Familiarity with OSH Act regulations
• Understanding of internal company processes and system
• Assertive and confident
• Analytical and systematic thinker
• Adaptable resilient and flexible
• Customer-oriented and quality-driven

To Apply

Submit your updated CV Matric certificate and trade qualification.

If you do not receive a response within two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful.

Key Skills

• Forklift
• Basic Math
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Industrial Equipment
• Wastewater
• Water Truck Experience
• Mechanical Knowledge
• Commercial Driving
• Maintenance
• Heavy Lifting
• Excavator
• Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1