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Glueing Machine Operator Job Vacancy at Freedom Stationery

Full Time

Website Freedom Stationery

Freedom Stationery is one of South Africa’s largest and most trusted stationery brands that offers a comprehensive, top quality range of school, office and household stationery items that are as durable as they are affordable.

Freedom Stationery is a major South African company that manufactures and supplies a wide range of stationery products for educational, office, and personal use. The company, founded in 1987, has grown into a leading brand known for its affordable and accessible products. The company owns its manufacturing facilities, including a plastics plant acquired in 2000 that produces items like filing sleeves, folders, and rulers.

Key Responsibilities:

Machine Operation & Setup

  • Operate and set glueing machines according to job specifications and customer requirements.
  • Ensure optimal machine performance without compromising quality and safety.
  • Perform machine changeovers and raw material replacements efficiently.
  • Manage machine settings, troubleshoot breakdowns, and report issues to management immediately.

Quality Control

  • Perform first-off sample checks; ensure final product meets specifications.
  • Monitor quality throughout the run, and reduce waste through careful oversight.
  • Ensure signed samples are available and accessible during production.

Maintenance & Safety

  • Conduct routine and preventative maintenance as per maintenance plan.
  • Complete and submit daily maintenance and production checklists.
  • Ensure all safety measures are strictly followed and machines are compliant.

Team Coordination

  • Collaborate with feeders, packers, and team members to ensure smooth workflow.
  • Conduct effective handovers between shifts and communicate key issues.
  • Provide daily feedback to supervisors on machine performance and issues.

Lean & 5S Management

  • Participate in Lean Manufacturing and 5S activities (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
  • Maintain high housekeeping and visual management standards.

Documentation & Compliance

  • Ensure all process documents, production sheets, and incident reports are completed accurately and on time.
  • Adhere to ISO 9001 and FSSC 22000 (Version 6) standards.
  • Support quality management and food safety systems as assigned.

Requirements

Required Qualifications & Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years of experience operating glueing machines in a manufacturing or printing environment.
  • Proven machine setup experience is highly advantageous.
  • Knowledge of ISO9001, FSSC22000, or similar quality management systems is beneficial.
  • Basic mechanical knowledge and machine troubleshooting skills.

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