Operator - Copperworks

Job description

The Copperworks department requires a committed, hardworking and trustworthy individual to join the team as an Operator. The successful candidate will report directly to the Production Manager and Quality Manager. The Operators’ primary purpose is to provide support to the Copperworks area as dictated by operational requirements.

Responsibilities (NOT limited to the below):

• Compliance with approved SOP’s
• General operation of machines at Copperworks department
• Constant monitoring of machines
• Maintaining set quality standards
• Assistance and support to service teams during times of maintenance and process interrupts
• Compliance with OSHA and company policies
• Maintaining housekeeping during operation
• Reports and reporting as instructed by supervisor
• Participating in scheduled meeting and training programs
• Maintaining stock levels of process consumables
• Shift hand-over protocols at work station
• Meeting planned targets
• Assist in different processes in the Copperworks/Aluworks department when no paper wrapping is required on the machine

QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12
• Previous experience in a production / process environment will be advantageous to successful candidates
• Basic mechanical/technical knowledge
• Bilingual and literate in communication as well as numeracy (calculation requirements)
• Proactive and quick thinking

QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES

• Committed, hardworking and self-motivated
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Display a professional work approach
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Excellent standards in execution
• Flexible and willing to work overtime and shifts if and when required