Job PurposeTo ensure the safe and efficient operation of the machine ensuring a high quality product with low wastage within set parameters.Key Accountabilities and Outputs Responsible for Process control and efficienciesCorrect operation of equipment as per the training and machine manual.Achieve set factory waste and efficiency targets.To hand over from or to the previous or next shift regarding the machinery (breakdowns, products run) in conjunction with the supervisor decide on downtime schedulingTo check the quality of raw materials used in production and also the end product according to the quality control policy. This includes a constant interaction with the Quality controller.To clean the machines according to TPM cleaning schedules.Responsible for Resource planning and technical skillsAssist with fault finding by supplying relevant factual information relating to the breakdown scenario.Adherence to the Quality, Food Safety, Health, Safety and Environmental StandardsAdherence to Standards: Ensure strict adherence to Quality, Food, Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards.Enforcement: Enforce all food safety and health regulations, policies, and requirements at all times to guarantee a secure work environment.Personal Hygiene: Maintain exceptional personal hygiene as per the organization’s code of conduct.Contamination Control: Raise awareness about potential physical product contamination and implement control measures to prevent it.Health and Safety Measures: Take reasonable precautions to prevent health and safety hazards. Follow the prescribed incident reporting procedure in case of accidents.Knowledge and Compliance: Stay updated with relevant business information, policies, processes, and procedures. Enforce compliance with legislative and statutory requirements, as well as GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices).Training: Attend and enforce the implementation of learnings from training sessions related to Quality, Food Safety, and Health and Safety.Housekeeping: Maintain high levels of cleanliness and orderliness within the work environment. General Responsible to ensure housekeeping is performed and ensure that all products and activities are stored and are executed within the demarcated areas according to the housekeeping policy (green red and yellow areas)Conversant with relevant business information, policies, processes and proceduresMaintains expected performance standardsWhile Job Descriptions are written up for the purpose of a basic outline of the work and responsibilities associated with the Job, the Company encourages and expects all employees from time to time, to assist with work that may not be a direct part of their job description Qualifications and Experience Grade 12 (including Maths and Science (preferred) or N4 Engineering (Maths, Engineering Science, Engineering Drawing, Trade Theory (preferred)FMCG experience 1-2 years of production experience (preferred)Lean manufacturing experience (preferred)#J-18808-Ljbffr