Production Operator – Pietermaritzburg

About the role

The Production Operator will work across all machines in the production environment, following standard operating procedures to achieve optimal output and quality for every order. Reporting to the Production Controller, the role ensures safe, clean operations and timely order completion.

Key responsibilities

• Implement all standard operating procedures adopted by the company.
• Meet minimum output targets and maintain quality standards as defined in SOPs.
• Conduct daily machine maintenance checks, including blade changes, lubrication and airline inspections.
• Maintain a safe, clean production environment.
• Produce orders according to the daily schedule and verify sizes against the cutting list.
• Complete required paperwork such as job cards, machine logbooks and incident reports.
• Pack orders on trolleys or cover boards after each production cycle to prevent damage.
• Ensure orders are cleaned, glue lines removed and handed over to Quality Control.
• Stop production and notify the line manager when quality or machine issues arise.
• Assist with dispatching orders to customers as directed by the production supervisor.

Required profile

• Grade 12 qualification or equivalent.
• Computer literate.
• Good physical health.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Product knowledge and ability to assess quality.
• Numeracy and literacy skills.