12 Pioneer Foods jobs in Alberton

We are seeking a skilled
Production Line Machine Operator
to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality output. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operating Equipment
  : Manage machines and equipment along the production line, ensuring proper functionality.
• Monitoring Process: S
  upervise operations to detect and troubleshoot issues quickly.
• Quality Control
  : Inspecting finished products to make sure they meet specifications and standards.
• Maintaining Machines
  : Performing routine maintenance and reporting faults or breakdowns.
• Assembly Work
  : Assemble parts and contribute directly to the repair process.
• Following Safety Protocols
  : Adhering to workplace safety rules and keeping the environment hazard-free.
• Record Keeping
  : Documenting production data, machine performance, or any incidents.
• Experience in a Bearing environment will be an advantage

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Technical or vocational training in machinery operation or a related field is a plus.
• Previous experience as a machine operator or in a manufacturing/production environment preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of machine operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, or schematics.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and quality control standards in a production setting.
• Basic math and computer skills for recording production data.

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Good communication skills for coordinating with team members and supervisors.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new machinery and processes.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Strength to lift and move materials or products as required (typically up to 50 lbs).
• Comfortable working in environments with noise, heat, or cold, depending on the industry.

Package & Remuneration

• Contract:
  Immediately - June 2026 Months
• Salary:
  R55 per hour
• Location: Jet Park Gauteng

Only applicants that meet the minimum requirements will be considered

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Operations

Accountable for specialist outputs, as well as initiating quality standards within defined work routines and policies.

Job Purpose

To ensures effective quality control through the verification of scales and incubators, execution of the manufacturing start up procedure, efficient packaging analysis and inspections.

Key Accountabilities and Outputs

Verifications

Daily verifications of scales and incubators

Manufacturing Start UP Procedure

Check that the skew bar is set at the correct height, the barcode stickers and coding on bottle have the correct information and is legible

Check the torques on all capping heads

Check that labels conform to spec

Report any non-conformances to the Line Supervisor and QC Supervisor

Authorize the line supervisor to proceed once start up results have been passed

Packaging Analysis

Testing of preforms

Testing of blown bottles such as height, burst pressure, sectional weight, stress cracking, fill point capacity, drop test, visual inspections, wall thickness, base weight, neck finish dimensions

Testing of closures such as height, skew cap detection, outer diameter, inner seal

Label Inspections to ensure the application is correct

Testing of labels for glue application

Rinse reside tests

Inspections

Inspection of the Date and Batch code applications to ensure it is legible and correct

Rinse pressure Inspections

Inspection of barcodes to ensure correct and legible application

Documentation and Record Keeping

Recording of all results

Raising non-conformances to the QC Supervisor

Sampling

Ensure that the correct number of samples are taken for the relevant departments such as QC, QA, Retention and Micro

Adherence to the Quality, Food Safety, Health, Safety and Environmental Standards

Adherence to Standards: Ensure strict adherence to Quality, Food, Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards.

Enforcement: Enforce all food safety and health regulations, policies, and requirements at all times to guarantee a secure work environment.

Personal Hygiene: Maintain exceptional personal hygiene as per the organizations code of conduct.

Contamination Control: Raise awareness about potential physical product contamination and implement control measures to prevent it.

Health and Safety Measures: Take reasonable precautions to prevent health and safety hazards. Follow the prescribed incident reporting procedure in case of accidents.

Knowledge and Compliance: Stay updated with relevant business information, policies, processes, and procedures. Enforce compliance with legislative and statutory requirements, as well as GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Training: Attend and enforce the implementation of learnings from training sessions related to Quality, Food Safety, and Health and Safety.

Housekeeping: Maintain high levels of cleanliness and orderliness within the work environment.

General

Responsible to ensure housekeeping is performed and ensure that all products and activities are stored and are executed within the demarcated areas according to the housekeeping policy (green red and yellow areas)

Conversant with relevant business information, policies, processes and procedures

Maintains expected performance standards

While Job Descriptions are written up for the purpose of a basic outline of the work and responsibilities associated with the Job, the Company encourages and expects all employees from time to time, to assist with work that may not be a direct part of their job description

Qualifications and Experience

NQF 5 National Diploma in Food Tech, Biotech or Analytical Chemistry (Essential)

Upto 3 years experience (Operational Execution) FMCG; Bottling Equipment

Basic MS Excel; MS Word; E Mail

Key Qualities

Communication

Routine communication in connection with instructions, requests or normal work tasks

Problem Solving

Proactive identification of problems that are concrete and procedural, troubleshoot and apply solutions in line with guidelines provided or escalate more complex problems to superiors, providing information required to solve problems.

Relationships Maintained

Others outside of own work area but inside the organisation

Quality Control Technician

Able to communicate verbally in a logical manner.

Takes the intended audience into account when communicating verbal information.

Makes use of appropriate business language in verbal communication.

Includes all relevant information in verbal arguments.

Demonstrates proficiency of language in verbal communication.

Interprets complex information to expresses own viewpoint in verbal communication.

Concludes verbal arguments by making reference to relevant facts

Decision Making

Organises information to make it easier to analyse or see trends.

Anticipates consequences and formulates alternatives.

Establishes clear decision criteria for making informed choices.

Seeks relevant information to better understand situations and problems.

Conducts appropriate analysis; neither makes snap decisions or over-analyses.

Sees relationships between various facts, figures or other information.

Continuous Improvement

Increases performance expectations when success has been achieved

Seeks out sources of information, including trade associations, best practice companies, customers, peers, subordinates, etc.

Finds ways to fast-adapt improvement ideas to work processes

Proactively seeks out resources, alliances, etc., needed to quickly introduce improvements

Collaboration

Helps others with their work.

Meets commitments to team members or others in the organisation.

Actively contributes to team discussions and the accomplishment of team work plans.

Shares expertise and resources to help others address their needs.

Seeks to include all those who can contribute to the most successful outcome and those who have a stake in the results.

Actively keeps all stakeholders informed.

Attempts to reinvigorate team processes when progress is lagging: stays engaged even when not in full agreement with the teams direction.

Accountability

Accomplishes assigned tasks and goals: takes necessary actions to keep progress against objectives on track and prepares a roadmap for success.

Ensures that all who need to know, are clear about the plan.

Takes full responsibility for own actions and outcomes, including mistakes.

Always acts in the companys best interest, regardless of whether it is difficult or unpopular.

Ensures others are on track for achieving their goal.

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of a Quality Control Checker is to conduct quality checks on branded garments and verify whether it is aligned with the requirements of the job card as well as company standards

JOB OBJECTIVES

Quality check samples

• Review swatch and samples and verify if it is branded according to job card specifications.
• Escalate to supervisor in case of discrepancy

Quality inspection of branded goods

• Conduct random quality audits on branded items as production is running. Escalate quality issues to QC supervisor

Fold and Repack

• Responsible for folding samples neatly
• Responsible for repacking and sealing samples in the correct boxes.

QUALIFICATION

• Grade 11 / 12

EXPERIENCE

• 2 years quality checking experience

SKILLS

• Product Knowledge
• Branding processes
• Attention to detail
• Interpreting a job card
• English Proficiency
• Process following

COMPETENCIES

• Execution
• Reliability
• Assertiveness
• Systematic approach

Job Description,
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Control Inspector to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting quality control tests, ensuring that raw materials, in-process components, and finished products meet quality standards and customer specifications. This role plays a critical part in maintaining product integrity, safety, and compliance across the production process.

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Requirements
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Required Qualifications/Experience

• National Senior Certificate
• 2 - 3 years experience in Quality Contol within a Manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Quality standards and systems
• Strong attention to detil
• Analytical Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Organising Skills
• Decision Making Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Communication Skills
• Troubleshooting
• Creativity
• Use of tools/instruments
• Hande-eye coordination

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Duties and Responsibilities
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Quality

• Testing of raw materials (sand, paint, polymer, and steel)
• Verification of Certificates of Analysis of raw materials
• Verification of paint components
• Accessory Forming Quality Control Inspections
• Tile forming Quality Control Inspections
• Metal pre-treatment testing
• Monitoring and testing of In-process and Finished Products conformance to specifications and customer requirements
• Identification and reporting of non-conforming products and raw materials as per works instructions.
• Defects identification, reporting to relevant parties and recording as per works instructions.
• Chemical Stock Management
• Ensure calibration and verification of measuring equipment. Maintain the Calibration Register
• Raising NCR's, Deviations and Concessions
• Ensure SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) and housekeeping compliance.
• Reports any SHEQ incident / accidents immediately as per the SHE system.
• Uses / ensures the PPE required for the specific tasks or working conditions are used by subordinates.
• Performs tasks assigned in the SHEQ system

Operational

• Comply with work rules, standards, and methods. Take care to minimise waste. Identify and provide feedback on cost saving initiatives within area of control

Stakeholder Relations

• Provide specialised technical / professional support to internal and external stakeholders to ensure achievement of functional and organisational objectives.
• Build, support and maintain interpersonal and team relationships to ensure stable working environment and achievement of team objectives.

Governance, Compliance and Risk Management

• Adhere to statutory regulations, organisational standards, policies, and procedures. Report non-compliance and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance.

Cargo Commercial Vehicles Airport currently has a vacancy for a Quality Controller. Reporting to the Service Manager, the primary purpose of this position is to manage the workshop to its full potential.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Cargo Motors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates.
• Applications should be accompanied by an up-to-date CV indicating achievements, knowledge, skills and qualifications.

All applications must be processed via by no later than 08 September 2025. Please note that if you do not receive any feedback from us within two weeks regarding your application, consider it unsuccessful.

The role of a Controller: Quality Control is to ensure that specific quality standards and specifications throughout the Truck/VANS service process are met, playing a crucial role in maintaining service integrity and customer satisfaction.

Manage staff Key Performance Areas:

• Prioritizing workload
• Keep W I P under control
• Compile reports
• Inform Product Support Department of product failures
• Ensure that technical information is updated
• Ensuring that warranty claims are administered and to ensure warranty parts are in the warranty store.
• Quality Control of vehicles to ensure top quality workmanship and to ensure that all customer complaints/requirements have been attended to.
• Proper cost control
• Additional duties will be given and many change from time to time as required

Providing customers with excellent service:

• Ensuring that work is carried out to Mercedes-Benz Standard and as arranged / agreed with customers
• Constant customer/service advisor feed back
• Handle customer queries
• Give feedback on Tactix complaints

• Matric / N3
• Trade Test qualification(Diesel Technician/Motor Mechanic) will be an added advantage
• Five-year experience on Daimler Trucks & Bus products a must (Mercedes-Benz Trucks or Mercedes-Benz Vans or FUSO)
• Clear Criminal Record
• A Valid Driver's License C1, EC
• Computer literate

• Communication skills
• Technical skills
• Organization skills
• Multitasking skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Customer service skills
• Adaptability
• Emotional intelligence
• Positive attitude
• Confidence
• Professionalism

Parts & Spares Quality Control Receiving Inspector – East Rand We are looking for a Receiving Inspector with heavy machinery (Mining & Construction) parts experience. The role involves inspecting and verifying parts against drawings / specs, using verniers, micrometers and measuring tools; receiving containers and handling documentation Working hours: 07h00 – 17h00 (may vary when required) Minimum requirements: Heavy machinery parts experience and Quality Control background is preferable Able to interpret technical drawings Attention to detail and strong admin skills Flexible in terms of early / late work times when required Salary offer: Negotiable

Parts & Spares Quality Control Receiving Inspector East Rand

We are looking for a Receiving Inspector with heavy machinery parts experience.

The role involves inspecting and verifying parts against drawings / specs, using verniers, micrometers and measuring tools; receiving containers and handling documentation

Working hours: 07h00 17h00 (may vary when required)

Minimum requirements:

• Heavy machinery parts experience and Quality Control background is preferable
• Able to interpret technical drawings
• Attention to detail and strong admin skills
• Flexible in terms of early / late work times when required

Salary offer: Negotiable