Slitter Operator (Plastics) - Durban

Complement Recruitment are recruiting for Slitter Operators for a plastics company in the manufacturing sector. Applicants ideally from FMCG, plastics, steel, automotive or similar industries, based in eThekwini, Durban Kwazulu Natal. This is a permanent position, salary includes benefits, medical aid and provident fund contributions, funeral, disability cover, 13th cheque and overtime as and when required.

Minimum Requirements :

Minimum 5 years of experience operating in a plastic extrusion operation

Grade 12 / Matric Compulsory

Clear Criminal Record

Certificate or Diploma Plastic Manufacturing / Extrusion Operations / N6 Electrical / Chemical / Mechanical Engineering advantageous

Located in the eThekwini area - Hammersdale, Pinetown, Pietermaritzburg, Hillcrest

Ability to accurately read a tape measure

Ability to be self-directed and multitask

Ability to follow directions

Timeliness

Ability to obtain forklift and overhead crane license and operate a forklift and overhead crane

Must be prepared to work shifts.

Work overtime on request

Good Timekeeping and attendance are essential.

Key Competencies :

 To report machine fault immediately to SIC.

 Continuous monitoring of machine parameters and quality of product.

 To follow and execute the various instructions given by the superiors based on time to time requirement related to operations

 Perform to quality, waste, and production standards and goals

 Meet the highest of quality standards

 Report production accurately and timely including waste, WIP, time codes, raw materials, etc.

 Ensure your own safety while operating the machine and that of those assisting with operations

 Maintain basic condition of machinery and report deviations to supervisor to include in abnormality list.

 Ability to be self-managed and multi-task

 Ability to communicate well with others

 Ability to follow instructions

 Accuracy and attention to detail

Duties :

Set-up execute relevant safety, quality, site rules, training, as per SOP.

Conducts proper shift handovers at each shift change

Feed raw material as per plan.

Complete all relevant logbook and checklist as per schedule on shift basis

Cut trim rolls and store in safe manner.

Start-up and set-up machine under supervisor instruction.

Initiate at least one Kaizen per month

Maintain 5S of machine and work area

Take lawful instruction from Supervisor

Ensure troubleshooting of machine / quality.