Packaging Operator

Packaging Operator


Company
AB InBev Africa
Location
Pretoria
Posted
5 days ago
Via
via Adzuna

Job Description
Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?The Key Purpose of this role is to safely operate and maintain defined Packaging equipment and related processes in order to achieve optimal effectiveness.Key Roles and ResponsibilitiesOperating equipment and manage associated processes & performance in packagingInterpret and implement production plan for shiftOperate manual and automatic machines online as per standardsEnsure process quality and productivityPerform administration work such as tracking and monitoring of processes and take action when requiredManage PIMS & POMS and take corrective action on negative trendsUse of OFR’s (As per triggers)Contribute towards AB reports as requiredEnsure and maintain a safe and healthy work environmentKey Attributes and CompetenciesDemonstrated experience in driving commercial decisions in a packaging hall (financial, operational, people)A superior performance track record indicating a disciplined work ethic with passion at maintaining qualityDemonstrated understanding of relevant legislation, specifically health and safety and labor legislationMinimum RequirementsMinimum Grade 12Post matric or equivalent (e.g. N4) -National Diploma or EquivalentAdded advantage IOB CertificateTraining: Min 9 months on the job training and having completed SKAP within 12 monthsExperience within a Packaging FMCG industryAdditional InformationBAND: XISAB is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in- line with SAB employment equity plan and talent requirements. We are a company that promotes gender equality. Internal applicants require Line manager approval. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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