Key Purpose Statement
The
Technical Operator is responsible for operation of the process area according
to work instructions, the execution of destructive and non-destructive quality
checks and carrying out of autonomous maintenance. The technical operator has a
primary focus on the quality control activities of the team. This role reports
to Shift Team Leader.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Operating and Process Control
- Operating the process area according to
the work instructions and adhering to usage standards.
- Carrying out the required quality checks
as described in the quality control and analysis work practice.
- Constantly reviewing process performance
against target, and completing all short interval control documentation.
- Identifying and correcting unsafe work
practices
Maintenance of Plant and Equipment
- Carrying out deep cleaning, lubrication
and inspection of machines according to the work instructions, and
following the schedules supplied by the maintenance planner.
- Carrying out autonomous maintenance
activities according to the work instructions, and following the
maintenance schedule.
- Conduct breakdown maintenance tasks
Quality Control and Analysis
- Carrying out quality checks and analysis
as per the quality procedures
- Calibrating required quality control
equipment according to work instruction and requesting assistance from the
core lab where required
- Conducting trends analysis on quality
data to identify problems and opportunities timeously.
Continuous Improvement
- Using run / control charts and trend
analysis, to identify sources of waste and variation in the process.
- Using short stop analysis, Pareto charts
and other tools seek to identify opportunities to simplify activities.
Skills, Experience & Education
Qualifications
- Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical
Engineering
Experience
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an
FMCG, bottling or food processing plant.
- Computer and technical skills.
How To Apply