Machine Operator

Hands-on from day one, the Machine Operator will move raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods between workstations, operate production machinery and set up workstations with required materials for a manufacturing company in Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal.

The business is growing, and capable people grow with it. It is a busy, practical environment where no two days look quite the same. Everyone is expected to pull their weight, and everyone is valued for it. Apply today and let us know why this role is right for you.

• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workstation by cleaning machinery, disposing of waste, and returning tools to storage after each shift.
• Record production data including output quantities, downtime, and quality check results on daily production sheets.
• Assemble products or components on the production line following work instructions, achieving daily output targets while maintaining quality standards.
• Operate production machinery and equipment according to standard operating procedures, ensuring safe and efficient operation at all times.
• Move raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods between workstations and storage areas using trolleys or pallet jacks.
• Package finished products by labelling, boxing, and palletising according to customer specifications and dispatch requirements.
• Set up workstations with required materials, tools, and components at the start of each shift to ensure uninterrupted production.

• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential for maintaining production schedules and team efficiency.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and adhere to standard operating procedures without deviation.
• Willingness to work shifts including night shift, weekends, and public holidays as required by production schedules.
• Previous experience in a factory, manufacturing, or production environment is advantageous.
• Good attention to detail to identify product defects and quality issues during in-process checks.