Experience: At least two (2) years as a packer in the food manufacturing industry.Formal qualificationsMatricResponsibilitiesEnsure that the metal detector is working/functioning properly when packing batches at all timesFill in and sign the metal detector sheet daily/on each shiftEnsure that packing filter/bazooka is sterilized/steamed for >104 degrees Celsius for 5 minutes before packing each batch of product at sterilization all times.
Fill in times and temperature on packing time sheet to ensure packing is doneFollow correct packing procedures as well as the exact cooling procedures and packing pump speedsDocumentation to be completed in full and correctly.
Fill in correct times and names on packing, tank sterilization and tank labelsFollow all Company policies and safety procedures.
Ensure good working relationships with colleagues and supervisorsFollow shift change over policies by communicating any problems to the new shiftEnsure that there are no foreign objects in product.
Ensure that all fruit products packed with filters are emptied into a bucket for sorting by QC e.g.
sludgeEnsure that 1kg/500grams sample bucket is taken every batch that is produced for the day.
Resamples to be taken when requestedCorrect batch no., tank no., production code and D.O.M.
to be filled on label of sample bucketEnsure correct batch, batch code and weight is correctly packed and stored in the cold room immediatelyFollow cleaning procedures to ensure a clean uncontaminated product at all times.
Use correct colour coded cleaning materials and correct detergentsEnsure high personnel hygiene levelCommunicate with supervisors on an ongoing basisEnsure proper micro samples are taken per line and for the specific dayCorrect labelling of productsInform maintenance department of any technical and mechanical problemsEnsure tanks are packed with the correct weights and that they are labelled correctly and clearlyEnsure that there are enough raw/packing materials for the days batchesEnsure that the Food Safety Policy is followed at all timesAll utensils, equipment and machinery are to be clean and sanitizedFollowing and ensuring strict safety procedures and safety checksTo comply with the applicable compliance guidelinesAnd any other tasks necessary for the conduct of the business as the employer may from time to time directCommit to act according to the key management principles and the safety-first culture as defined in the Safety-first policyInherent requirements for the positionExcellent communication skills (fluent in English)Attention to detailWork well under pressureEffective problem-solving skillsComputer literacy (Microsoft Office Packages)Awareness of safety regulations and practicesShortlisted candidates will be expected to undergo psychometric testing and background screening.
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