Utility 2 Operator

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Port Elizabeth - South Africa

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 for their Port Elizabeth facility. This role is critical in maintaining quality production and ensuring machinery operates at optimum levels.


If youre 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.


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 for their Port Elizabeth facility. This role is critical in maintaining quality production and ensuring machinery operates at optimum lev...
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