{"id":17635,"date":"2025-08-28T10:00:43","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T10:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/machine-operator\/"},"modified":"2025-11-29T00:26:05","modified_gmt":"2025-11-29T00:26:05","slug":"machine-operator","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=17635","title":{"rendered":"Machine Operator"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>JOB PURPOSE<\/p>\n<p>\tUnilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do \u2013 creating a better business and a better world. \u00a0If you are a Machine Operator, then this role is just for you!<\/p>\n<p>WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE:<\/p>\n<p>Safety<\/p>\n<p>\tAdheres to Company emergency procedures, safety rules and regulations and eliminates potential SHE hazards in work area.<br \/>\n\tPerforms behavioral safety observations and corrects unsafe behaviour.<\/p>\n<p>Workplace hazards<\/p>\n<p>\tReduce costs due to waste and minimize impact to health, safety and the environment through working to eliminate waste and through the correct management of waste and hazardous materials.<br \/>\n\tMust actively contribute to an eco-efficient environment.<\/p>\n<p>Operational Activities<\/p>\n<p>\tStart up\/ shut down procedures<br \/>\n\tPerforms pre-start checks, start-up, and shutdown of machinery according to SOPs.<\/p>\n<p>Operations<\/p>\n<p>\tOperates, maintains, and adjusts machinery according to SOPs.<br \/>\n\tMonitors and records waste and rework.<br \/>\n\tSupports operators during start-ups and abnormal conditions.<\/p>\n<p>Performs size and variant changeovers.<\/p>\n<p>\tProvides break relief to ensure continuous production.<br \/>\n\tConducts Autonomous Maintenance tasks up to AM Step 7.<br \/>\n\tMakes minor adjustments as part of AM Step 5 activities.<br \/>\n\tInspects the line regularly, resolving or escalating issues.<br \/>\n\tEnsures proper handover with incoming operators.<\/p>\n<p>Material Handling<\/p>\n<p>\tMonitors material levels and communicates shortages when the Line Operator is unavailable.<br \/>\n\tRetrieves materials from storage when levels are low and alerts relevant personnel if stock is unavailable.<\/p>\n<p>Quality<\/p>\n<p>\tPerforms visual quality checks on materials and products, and takes action when standards are not met.<br \/>\n\tMaintains hourly traceability records.<br \/>\n\tLogs and resolves issues using EWO and implements corrective actions.<br \/>\n\tConducts all required HACCP quality checks.<\/p>\n<p>Administration<\/p>\n<p>\tAssists with PAMCO recording when needed.<br \/>\n\tLogs equipment stoppages and breakdowns for troubleshooting and handovers.<br \/>\n\tConducts hourly plant checks and completes log sheets.<br \/>\n\tPerforms WCM activities and records M1\/M4 tags in SAP.<br \/>\n\tSupports Line Operator in updating WCM boards.<\/p>\n<p>Engineering<\/p>\n<p>\tPerforms scheduled autonomous maintenance and minor repairs (e.g. replacing belts, hoses, knives).<br \/>\n\tAssists artisans during major breakdowns by following instructions and supporting repair work.<\/p>\n<p>Continous Improvement<\/p>\n<p>\tUses performance metrics to identify and prioritize production losses.<br \/>\n\tMonitors line issues and clearly reports problems<\/p>\n<p>Problem Solving<\/p>\n<p>\tSupports Engineering in identifying root causes using structured problem-solving tools.<br \/>\n\tLeads quick improvement projects (e.g. Kaizens) on the line.<br \/>\n\tInitiates first-level problem solving (5 Whys) and proposes improvements; escalates complex issues to the Team Leader.<\/p>\n<p>Leadership and Relationships<\/p>\n<p>\tPerforms line changeovers.<br \/>\n\tMaintains good working relationships with cross-functional teams.<br \/>\n\tProactively escalates issues to Line Operator, Shift Coordinator, or support teams as per procedure.<\/p>\n<p>Physically Ability<\/p>\n<p>\tRequires agility to move between workstations and carry loads.<br \/>\n\tNeeds good hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity for assembly and control tasks.<br \/>\n\tAdequate sight and smell are essential for monitoring and quality checks.<\/p>\n<p>WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED<\/p>\n<p>Experiences &amp; Qualifications<\/p>\n<p>\tWorking experience in detergent manufacturing<br \/>\n\tMinimum matric NQF 4<\/p>\n<p>Skills<\/p>\n<p>\tProblem solving<br \/>\n\tCritical Thinking<br \/>\n\tMechanical Aptitude<br \/>\n\tPhysical Stamina<br \/>\n\tTeam work<br \/>\n\tAdaptability<br \/>\n\tHand tools<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( https:\/\/www.unilever.co.za ) or<\/p>\n<p>careers.unilever.com<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/careers.unilever.com","_company_name":"Unilever","_company_website":"https:\/\/www.unilever.co.za","_company_tagline":"On any given day, two billion people use Unilever products to look good, feel good and get more out of life. With more than 400 brands focused on health and wellbeing, no company touches so many people\u2019s lives in so many different ways. Our portfolio ranges from nutritionally balanced foods to in... read moredulgent ice creams, affordable soaps, luxurious shampoos and everyday household care products. We produce world-leading brands including Lipton, Knorr, Dove, Axe, Hellmann\u2019s and Omo, alongside trusted local names such as Blue Band, Pureit and Suave. For us, sustainability is integral to how we do business. With 7 billion people on our planet, the earth\u2019s resources can be strained. This means sustainable growth is the only acceptable model of growth for our business. The Unilever Sustainable Living Plan sets out to decouple our growth from our environmental impact, while at the same time increasing our positive social impact. Our Plan has three big goals that by 2020 will enable us to: - Help more than a billion people to improve their health and well-being. - Halve the environmental footprint of our products. - Source 100% of our agricultural raw materials sustainably and enhance the livelihoods of people across our value chain. We believe that as a business we have a responsibility to our consumers and to the communities in which we have a presence. Around the world we invest in local economies and develop people\u2019s skills inside and outside of Unilever. 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