Packing Machine Operator (FMCG)

The company is looking for a Packing Machine Operator to work in the Operations Department. The ideal candidate has experience in the FMCG industry. The job incumbent will report to the Production Supervisor.

Duties:

• Adhering to and maintaining food safety, health, quality and hygiene standards at all times
• Adhering to and implementing standard operating procedures and the quality management system
• Mitigating food safety and health & safety risks in the factory
• Performing cleaning and sanitation procedures according to standard operating procedures
• Conducting visual inspections of employees’ personal hygiene and factory hygiene standards
• Performing verification checks on all equipment and machinery
• Operating packing machines and printing machines
• Calibrating scales using weights
• Operating the X-Ray machine using test pieces
• Conducting visual inspections and verifications on packing machines, X-Ray and printing machines
• Taking samples of products for testing
• Performing weight tests on product pouches
• Completing necessary paperwork: verification checklists, hygiene checklists, cleaning checklists, weight monitoring sheets, non-conformances, batch preparation sheets, production sheets, rejection sheets, requisition forms
• Reporting production, manufacturing, equipment, machinery, food safety and health & safety deviations
• Maintaining all housekeeping standards at all times
• Providing reasonable ad-hoc assistance in other departments, as and when needed

Requirements:

• Matric qualification
• Experience working in an FMCG environment / food industry
• Knowledge of the Food Industry and Standards in South Africa (e.g. HACCP, ISO, FSSC)
• Experience / training in Occupational Health and Safety
• Time management skills and the ability to work under pressure
• Excellent administrative record-keeping and filing (manual / electronic)
• Punctual, results-oriented, adaptable and able to work in a team environment
• Must be willing and able to work shifts

The company offers market-related remuneration and benefits, based on the successful applicant’s experience and qualifications.