Job Description

Position Title: Packing OperatorPosition Type: Regular - Full-Time Position Location: DelmasGrade: Grade 02Requisition ID: 29433Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Packing Operator in the Packing Department to be based at the McCain Delmas site, Mpumalanga. The successful candidate will report to the Packing Supervisor.PURPOSE OF THE JOB:The successful incumbent is responsible to operate Sandiacre FFS machine, Ishida scales, the Loma Metal Detector and Loma Bag Weigher and box check weigher to form, fill and seal bags with right poly and correct weight at required speed and quality. Adhere to safety regulations and report all faulty parts to engineering.KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Minimize operational downtime through the safe and efficient operation of Sandiacre machine, Ishida scales the Loma Metal Detector and Bag Weigher box check weigher.
• Ensure product quality through ongoing product sampling and inspection, and the implementation of corrective action where necessary.
• Follows good manufacturing practices and ensure work safe practices.
• Ensure correct housekeeping and cleaning of the work area.
• Active participation in MDI (McCain Daily Impact) process and continuous improvement activities.
• Ensuring adherence to safety standards and reporting of all incidents, accidents and unsafe acts in the area of work.
• Stand in as a SPO (Senior Packing Operator)/Relief Operator when needed.
• Adhere to all quality parameters.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a food processing plant (Packing department).
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in a similar role as an Operator.
• Preference will be given to candidates with an operator certificate.
• Knowledge on different cutting equipment will be beneficial.
• Demonstrated technical talent and understanding.
• Sound mechanical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Medically fit and willing to work in cold and stressful environment.
• Willing to work shifts as and when required including over weekends.

The closing date for all applications is 29 April 2024.McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with theJob Family: Manufacturing
Division: South Africa
Department: Delmas Packing Supervision A
Location(s): ZA - South Africa : Mpumalanga : Delmas || ZA - South Africa : Eastern Cape : Port Elizabeth || ZA - South Africa : Free State : Bloemfontein || ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Bapsfontein || ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Bedfordview || ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Bronkhorstspruit || ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Johannesburg || ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Katlehong || ZA - South Africa : Gauteng : Springs || ZA - South Africa : KwaZulu-Natal : Durban || ZA - South Africa : Limpopo : Marble Hall || ZA - South Africa : North West : Lichtenburg || ZA - South Africa : Other : Reference job description || ZA - South Africa : Western Cape : CapeTown || ZA - South Africa : Western Cape : GeorgeCompany: McCain Foods (S Africa)

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