Mixer 2 Operator at Bridgestone South Africa (Pty) Ltd

Job Purpose

• We are looking for a Mixer 2 Operator reporting directly to the Mixer Line Lead. This is a local role, based in Brits, North-West.
• You will play a critical role in the production process, as your duties form part of the first line of the production process in producing a tyre.

Responsibilities:

• Pre start up checks. Ensure preparation for production run by reviewing the production batch recipe. Download the recipe from the control screen. Identify the material that needs to be used for the job. Transfer that material unto the conveyor belt.
• Start-up procedure. Start mixer and all other equipment to be used. Conduct safety checks, CL/CIL checks.
• Operation. Scan the product ticket onto the system. Load the compound onto the conveyor belt. Verify product loaded by checking the mass on scale screen display. Transfer the batch onto the weigh station. Release thatch to the mixer. Communicate with Roller Die Operator that batch is in mixer.
• Shut down procedure. Ensure to run mixer until pressure is on zero, this will mean that the current batch is run out. Lock out the mixer. Communicate with Roller Die that the mixer has been locked out.
• Troubleshooting. Autonomous Maintenance for minor machine stops & CL/CIL/DH on equipment. Initial Problem Solving on recurring stops.
• Housekeeping (3S). Perform housekeeping at loading area and the mixer. Clean display screens. Examine belt and conveyor.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Mathematics and Science) or equivalent NQF level qualification
• Overhead Crane and Fork Lifting License
• Knowledge of mixing process
• Basic PLC trouble shooting