Full job description

The position is responsible to operate equipment to produce a quality finished product in a safe and efficient manner, Comply with all Plant GMP and Health and Safety Policies & Procedures and Ensure Quality standards are met according to Mother Parker's Tea & Coffee specifications

Responsible for ensuring safe working practices and safe working environment through identification of potential hazards, maintenance of clean organized work areas and elevation of potential risks to the supervisor.

Ensuring that quality checks are completed, and maintaining quality practices as prescribed by QA.

Ensuring that the shop orders are executed as required by scheduling.

Allocating labour to fulfil shop orders, which includes structuring and monitoring breaks

Escalating critical issues to Supervisors and Maintenance

Ensuring that material transactions are complete and maintaining material levels on platform.

Leading communication amongst team members through such actions as shift hand over meetings, and shift reports.

Assisting with trouble shooting

Identifying areas for improvements

Machine operator back-up on all equipment when necessary.

Set-up and maintain a running operation with safety, quality and efficiency.

Maintain all equipment and work area in a clean and safe environment.

Must be able to assist with changeovers properly and efficiently.

Responsible for packing integrity and appearance.

Ensure correct materials are being used and conform to QC standards.

Develop, maintain and perform duties in accordance to the Standard Operating Procedures including safety checklist, equipment pre-start checklists, GMP, cleaning and food safety.

Member of a production team to deliver KPI's covering safety, quality, output, cost and waste and participate in projects to improve upon targets.

Requirement to cross train for Gima line coverage throughout shift

Determine how to best utilize equipment and labour to execute orders as efficiently as possible

Ensure compliance with all company guidelines, policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assignedKnowledge and Competencies

Currently employed at MPTC in the Sarong Department

Understands and practices safe operating procedures

Excellent mechanical aptitude with trouble shooting and analytical abilities.

Computer literate previous experience on PC

Accuracy and attention to detail

Minimum grade 12, or equivalent and previous manufacturing experience.

Ability to handle the complexity of the completed production line.

Must be familiar with all machines sensors, emergency buttons and safety features.

Must have a demonstrated history of safe work habits.

Ability of perform heavy lifting duties as required.

Willing to work cooperative in a team environment

Strong communication, written and verbal skills

Basic mathematical skills

Understands right first time quality

Shows initiative, takes directions and executes plans efficiently

Work well independently and as a team member

Knowledge of SOPs cleaning, start up, safety, operation, CQP

Good organizational skills

Must successfully complete training on operating equipment

Continental 12 hours shifts Days or Nights, no shift rotation, weekend shifts required