Introduction

Grain Field Chickens, a subsidiary of VKB Agriculture (PTY)Ltd, is a dynamic role player in the integrated broiler industry with an abattoir in Reitz in the North Eastern Free State. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.

Job Description

Responsible for operating the gyro machine according to standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 Equivalent.
• N2 Mechanical engineering.
• 1 to 2 years' proven experience as a gyro operator within the FMCG environment will be advantageous.
• A willingness to work overtime, shifts and weekends when required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To control, organise the gyros and conveyors. 
• Ensuring that gyros are always operational, and inspections are done according to Health and safety standard procedure.
• Ensuring that inspection is done as per job cards issued.
• To ensure that gyros and conveyors are washed.
• Ensuring that damaged, broken machines and equipment are repaired.
• Perform maintenance on plant equipment on weekends as per shift roster.
• Do breakdowns as agreed on the whole plant where needed, with the correct tools and spares at hand.
• Perform any other duties as may be required by management.

Skills Required

• Understanding of production procedures.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures (PPE)
• Ability to read manuals.
• Good communication skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Team player.
• Able to work under pressure.

The company can expire jobs at any time at our own discretion. Should you not have received a response within 4 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please consider your application unsuccessful