Beverages Packaging and Production Support Role

Tiger Brands is recruiting for an Assistant Operator-17 position based in Roodekop. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity within the beverages packaging division. The role functions as a Reliever in Beverages Packaging, providing critical support to the packaging team by temporarily filling in for absent or unavailable staff members.

The Assistant Operator-17 ensures smooth production flow, operational continuity, and adherence to strict quality, hygiene, and safety standards during shifts. This position plays an essential role in maintaining packaging efficiency and ensuring that production targets are consistently achieved in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This opportunity is suitable for individuals seeking to grow their careers in manufacturing, packaging operations, and beverage production.

About the Role

The Assistant Operator-17 supports packaging operations by operating and monitoring beverage packaging machinery. The role includes working across bottling, labeling, sealing, and palletizing processes to ensure products are packed accurately and efficiently.

The primary objective of this position is to maintain uninterrupted production during periods when permanent staff are unavailable. The Assistant Operator-17 must adapt quickly to different responsibilities across packaging lines while maintaining compliance with operational procedures and safety regulations.

This role requires flexibility, strong attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic production environment.

Machine Operation and Packaging Duties

The Assistant Operator-17 is responsible for operating and monitoring beverage packaging machinery, including bottling, labeling, sealing, and palletizing equipment.

Packaging materials such as bottles, cans, labels, and cartons must be ensured available and properly loaded to avoid downtime.

Routine checks must be conducted to ensure packaging quality meets company specifications and standards.

Production processes must be monitored carefully to maintain accuracy, efficiency, and consistency in output.

The role requires adaptability to provide support across different packaging lines based on operational requirements.

Quality and Compliance

Strict adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) is required at all times.

The Assistant Operator-17 must comply fully with health, safety, and food safety regulations within the production environment.

Packaging quality must be maintained consistently to meet company standards and performance expectations.

Any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards must be reported promptly to supervisors to prevent disruptions and ensure workplace safety.

Hygiene standards must be maintained in line with manufacturing and food safety requirements.

Cleanliness and Work Area Maintenance

Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the packaging area is a key responsibility.

The work environment must remain compliant with hygiene standards to ensure product safety and operational efficiency.

Cleaning and housekeeping activities must be performed regularly to support safe and productive operations.

Inventory and Operational Support

The Assistant Operator-17 may assist in inventory control of packaging materials when required.

Support must be provided across packaging lines depending on production needs and staffing requirements.

Collaboration with team members is essential to meet daily production targets and ensure operational continuity during relief periods.

Working Conditions

The role operates within a fast-paced production environment.

The Assistant Operator-17 must be able to stand for extended periods during shifts.

The position involves exposure to noise, moving machinery, and packaged beverage products.

Shift-based work is required, including weekends or holidays when necessary to meet production demands.

The candidate must be physically fit to handle repetitive tasks and moderate lifting associated with packaging operations.

Performance Indicators

Accuracy and consistency in packaging processes.

Adherence to safety and hygiene standards.

Ability to quickly adapt to different roles and responsibilities.

Contribution to meeting daily production targets during relief periods.

Qualifications and Skills

High school diploma or equivalent qualification is required.

Prior experience in manufacturing or packaging is preferred but not mandatory.

Ability to operate basic machinery and follow technical instructions is required.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards is essential.

Flexibility to work across different shifts and packaging lines is required.

Good communication and teamwork skills are important for success in this role.

Employment Details

Position: Assistant Operator-17
Job Requisition ID: JR001593
Company: Tiger Brands
Location: Roodekop
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Mode: Onsite

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

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Candidates who meet the above requirements and are interested in building a career in beverages packaging and manufacturing operations are encouraged to submit their application.

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