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Utility 2 Operator

Port Elizabeth
Salary: R27.00 Per Month
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Admin Manufacturing
Reference: CPT000404/SM

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Employer: West Coast Personnel

A high-performance manufacturing facility is on the hunt for a skilled and self-assured Utility 2 Operator with a strong mechanical or electrical trade background. This role is critical in maintaining quality production and ensuring machinery operates at optimum levels

If you’re technically savvy, thrive in a fast-paced, automated environment, and know your way around hi-tech machinery, this could be your next career move. To ensure excellent service to both internal and external customers by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting a variety of advanced production machinery to produce quality products efficiently and safely.
Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12 / Matric
N4 or equivalent trade qualification (Mechanical or Electrical)
Minimum 5 years’ experience in an automated manufacturing environment
Proven ability to operate and maintain high-tech machinery
Strong understanding of production processes and QMS systems

Key Responsibilities:

Set up, operate, and maintain automatic machinery (e.g., Plate Enveloping, COS, Shorts Testing, TTP Welding, Heat Sealing, Leak Testing, and Date Coding machines)
Ensure correct tooling, moulds, and heads are in place for each production shift
Troubleshoot and correct any issues impacting production rate or product quality
Keep all machinery clean and in safe working order
Monitor extraction and cooling water systems to ensure consistent operation
Deliver consistent, high-quality output in line with customer and company standards
Immediately halt production and investigate if quality issues arise - correct and prevent recurrence
Maintain accurate records, including production logs, SPC data, and attribute charts
Ensure all relevant job cards and permits are completed prior to maintenance tasks (including hot work, elevated work, and vessel entry permits)
Adhere to safety, housekeeping, and quality requirements per company standards
Communicate effectively with suppliers, customers, peers, and management
Participate in safety audits and support continuous improvement efforts
Assist other departments when required

Knowledge & Skills Required:

In-depth technical knowledge of manufacturing machinery and processes
Familiarity with OSH Act regulations
Understanding of internal company processes and system
Assertive and confident
Analytical and systematic thinker
Adaptable, resilient, and flexible
Customer-oriented and quality-driven

To Apply:
Submit your updated CV, Matric certificate, and trade qualification.
If you do not receive a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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