Job Opportunity:
Location: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Position Type: Full-Time | On-site
Company: Tiger Brands
Total Positions: 5 (Operator Packing / Bin Crew)
Overview
Tiger Brands is seeking dedicated and safety-conscious Operator Packing / Bin Crew members to join its Pietermaritzburg production team.
These roles are vital to ensuring high-quality production, effective bin cleaning operations, and adherence to strict safety and environmental standards.
If youโre detail-oriented, reliable, and ready to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment, this is your opportunity to join one of South Africaโs leading FMCG brands.
Key Responsibilities
– Operate and monitor packing machinery to ensure efficient and safe production.
– Maintain product quality standards through consistent inspection and control.
– Coordinate the availability, cleaning, and fumigation of product bins.
– Perform bin cleaning by entering or lowering into bins using scaffolding, hoists, or safety harnesses.
– Scrape, scour, and brush bin walls and hoppers to maintain hygiene.
– Apply fumigation and cleaning chemicals as per safety and fumigation protocols.
– Lock out fumigated bins and complete all relevant safety documentation.
– Ensure all cleaning materials and tools are used efficiently and safely.
– Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Health & Safety, and Quality Assurance standards at all times.
– Report non-conformances and take corrective action as required.
– Participate in stock counts, variance investigations, and InfoCom sessions.
– Contribute to maintaining Tiger Brandsโ operational excellence and compliance standards.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric) essential.
- Relevant experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Knowledge of machine operation, cleaning procedures, and safety standards.
- Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks, including climbing and lifting.
- Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to hygiene and safety compliance.
- Team player with good communication and problem-solving skills.
Competencies
- Technical aptitude and operational awareness.
- Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a production environment.
- Reliable, disciplined, and proactive work ethic.
Employment Equity
In line with Tiger Brandsโ Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups. However, all suitably qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Join Tiger Brands โ where passion, precision, and performance power South Africaโs most trusted food and beverage products.
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