General Packers

SUMMARY:
A well- established FMCG (Fresh Food) company based in Joburg East is seeking General Packers to ensure high quality products are packed safely.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 experience in FMCG food and beverages packing
• Be able to read, write, understand and speak in English 3 – 5 years relevant experience in a related role within the food manufacturing environment
• Ability to work in stressful environment
• Computer literacy
• ITC & Crim clear

Competencies:

• SAP experience advantageous, Planning experience with experience in the Food background
• Production & Packaging Management
• Operations & Production Management
• Inventory, Warehouse & Logistics Management
• Records Management
• Environment, Health & Safety Awareness
• Customer Focus
• Service Orientation
• Teamwork & Team Building
• Attention to Detail
• Communications

ESH Management:

• Maintain health, safety and environment within the internal environment
• Comply to Legislation as set out in the OSH Act and to organisational standards
• Address workplace hazards and risks
• Within scope of authority of the role, carry out all the employers’ lawful orders in the interest of health and safety, and report any unsafe acts or conditions

Quality & Food Safety:

• Comply to Legislation as set out in the Foodstuffs Disinfectants and Cosmetics Act and all other relevant Food legislation, regulations and organisational standards
• Apply and continuously improve procedures within internal environment
• Comply with requirements of the Integrated Management System.
• Refer to Food Safety Responsibilities and Authorities – Document reference 7.11.6.1

Financial Management:

• Protect company assets (working capital & fixed assets)
• Minimise waste and rework

Customer Relations:

• Foster and maintain customer relations

Processing:

• Responsible for packaging integrity and quality checks
• Monitor correct product weights and ensure that they are maintained throughout the shift
• Assist in validating weighing scales at the beginning of each shift
• Assist in troubleshooting problems during machine operation
• Continuously check the labels and packaged products when packing.
• Assist in preparing minor ingredients for use in production in a hygienic manner
• Inspect and Assemble pallets and transport in safe manner.
• Palletise all the final products as instructed by Production Supervisors and Shift Operators.
• Participate in Corrective /Preventative of non-conformance   investigations, food defence, mock recall and any other activities that enhance the Integrated Management System.

General

• Assist with production stock take (weekly, monthly, as necessary)
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Provide relevant information regarding progress to Supervisors and Shift Operators.
• Any other duties assigned by supervisor

Process Control:

• Assist with the implementation of process modifications and changes
• Assist with process trials

Utilities:

• Ensure no wastage of utilities (nitrogen, power, water, fuel, etc.)

Data Capturing:

•  Assist in providing information to capture equipment breakdowns, lost time into Production Log Sheet

Projects:

• Participate in all plant projects as a project team member
• Provide assistance in implementing project work to meets quality requirements and all other project deliverables.

Lean 6 Sigma:

• Participate in planned 6-Sigma activities in line with Company objectives
• Capture and raise One Point Lessons and Kaizens as per target
• Assist in identifying sources of waste and take actions to minimise waste

Reporting:

Monitor production information board in the Factory.

Only candidates who meet the outlined requirements and have the relevant experience should apply for this position.

If you have not had any response in two (2) weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.  Your CV will be kept on file for any further suitable positions

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