Overview

The Plant Operator is an individual contributor with recognized skills in a specialized role in the field of Production.

Qualifications

Grade 12/Matric

Experience

7 to 12 months Chemical Production Experience

Duties
Operating Machine or Equipment:

Operate complex equipment and machines, adjusting diverse variables to achieve the best possible outcomes in terms of quality and productivity
Also responsible for generating solutions to simple and recurring inefficiencies

Work Scheduling and Allocation:

The production is performed on the rotation of duties and is key for the risk mitigation to the team

Health, Safety and Environment:

Follow a range of mandatory procedures and methods of work (including use of personal protection equipment where relevant) to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of oneself and others

Transferring of intermediates, both physically and on the system:

Loading and off-loading stock
Batch loading, batch mixing and batch numbering
Batch bagging and completing job card.
Stock transfer
Assist with stock count.
Follow company policies and procedures.
Equipment Inspection
Operate forklift and Overhead crane

Job Competencies
Core Behavioural Competencies:

Plans and aligns
Communicates effectively
Manages complexity
Drivers results
Ensures accountability
Optimise work processes
Directs work
Drives engagement

Functional / Technical Competencies:

Planning and organising
Policy and procedures
Verbal communication
Health and safety
Action planning
Equipment planning
Equipment utilisation