Operator - Queensburgh at Clover S.A. Proprietary Limited

Job Advert Summary    

• Operate processing equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures 

Requirements    

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF4 
• Business English: Fluent 
• Relevant experience in applying job related concepts, techniques and processes at the required level 
• Work in extreme conditions 
• Work shifts/weekends/public holidays 

Competencies    

COMPETENCIES:  

• Achieves Results Effectively 
• Acts with honesty and consistency 
• Commitment and motivation 
• Communicates effectively 
• Maintains high standards 

Duties and Responsibilities    

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Operate, monitor and control plant processes 
• Operate processing equipment e.g. pasteuriser, homogeniser, separator, etc. in line with standard operating procedure (SOP)
• Ensure yield and throughput in the process
• Assist with efficiency improvement and/or reduction of operating costs
• Maintain adequate records of key production variables, such as: production volume & yield, plant up- and down-time, utility consumption etc. on a daily, weekly or monthly basis as required
• Participate in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness
• Monitor usage and inventories of process chemicals and supplies

Ensure quality assurance 

• Ensure integrity of raw materials and product
• Communicate directly with laboratory to ensure effective participation in the implementation of QA policies and procedures
• Sample and test process streams as required by the QA program and procedures
• Maintain QA records
• Understand and interpret QA results and take appropriate action when required

Assist with plant maintenance and safety program 

• Communicate equipment related problems directly to the maintenance department 
• Perform preventative maintenance activities as required
• Assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting maintenance-related issues