KEY PURPOSE STATEMENT

The primary role of a Process Operator is the operation of the process area according to work instructions, the execution of destructive and non-destructive quality checks and carrying out of autonomous maintenance

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Operating the process area according to the work instructions and adhering to usage standards.
• Carrying out the required quality checks as described in the quality control and analysis work practice.
• Recording waste on the appropriate documentation or information systems and reviewing waste trends to identify and resolve  problems or opportunities timeously.
• Constantly reviewing process performance against target and completing all short interval control documentation.
• Resolving out of control situations
• Responding rapidly to upstream or downstream triggers that result in stoppages. Appropriate problem-solving approaches, as
detailed in the problem-solving work practice must be followed.
• Performing housekeeping tasks, applying 5s principles and following safe work practices.
• Carrying out deep cleaning, lubrication and inspection of machines according to the work instructions, and following the schedules  supplied by the maintenance planner.
• Carrying out autonomous maintenance activities according to the work instructions and following the maintenance schedule.
• Conducting breakdown maintenance tasks.
• Carrying out Supply chain Excellence routines.
• Recording the results of quality checks on the relevant documentation or information system. The references to the required  documentation or information system are contained in the quality procedures.
• Participating in food safety management system implementation.
• Reporting food safety, defence and fraud related issues to food safety team leader designate (SHEQ) manager.

Skills, Experience & Education

Qualifications
• Minimum requirement: Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

Experience
• Minimum of two years relevant experience in FMCGs and adequate experience in machine operation.

Competencies
• Must possess good analytical ability and problem-solving skills,
• Good oral & written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to provide strong leadership and motivation.
• Must be a change activist and
• Must have good influential skills