Description:
Job Title: Skilled Machine Operator — FMCG Food Manufacturing (Packaging & Flexo/Printing) Location: Jacobs / Durban, KwaZulu‑Natal, South AfricaAbout the RoleYou will be an experienced machine operator responsible for the safe setup, operation, and performance of high‑speed packaging machinery in a fast‑paced FMCG food manufacturing environment. A key focus will be operating flexographic or related packaging/print equipment and ensuring quality, efficiency, and uptime on the line. ️ Key Responsibilities
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Set up, start and operate packaging and printing machines (including flexo printing/packaging equipment) in accordance with production schedules and product specifications.
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Perform machine changeovers, reel changes, substrate loading, and adjustments to maintain quality and throughput.
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Monitor machine performance and production yields; make corrections and troubleshoot simple faults to reduce downtime.
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Ensure packaging integrity, correct coding/printing, color matching, tension control, and print quality (where applicable).
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Conduct routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubrication, belt/tape changes, and basic fault finding.
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Adhere to food safety, hygiene, and quality standards (GMP, HACCP etc.), and general housekeeping.
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Complete daily documentation, machine logs, and production records accurately.
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Assist maintenance team with information for more complex breakdowns. Qualifications & Experience
✅ Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification (technical certification an advantage).
✅ Proven experience operating packaging machinery — ideally 3+ years in FMCG/food manufacturing.
✅ Experience on flexographic printing/packaging equipment or related press/packaging line experience preferred — this includes wide web flexo, reel changes, print setup, and quality control.
✅ Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on experience with high‑speed packaging lines.
✅ Ability to work under pressure, meet production targets, and work shifts including nights, weekends, or overtime.
✅ Must be based locally (Jacobs / Durban area) or willing to commute reliably. Skills & Attributes✅ Problem‑solving and basic troubleshooting on mechanical and control systems.
✅ Attention to detail and strong adherence to quality and safety procedures.
✅ Ability to communicate clearly with supervisors, engineers, and production teams.please send your jobs to jobs@amjconsulting.co.za