Sovereign, a national supplier of top quality poultry products to markets via various brands is seeking to employ a Pellet Mill Operator in the Agriculture division at its Feedmill in Rosslyn, Pretoria. The incumbent of this position will be required to effectively utilise the pellet mills to produce feed within specification. This position reports to the Production Supervisor.
The successful incumbent should be in the possession of a matric certificate. A recognised qualification in production would be an advantage. Previous pellet mill operation and/or maintenance experience and a demonstrated mechanical aptitude would be advantageous.

Results Required
• Operate the pelleting lines to produce feed to the required standards;
• Do the scheduled cleaning and inspection of the machinery used for the pellet mill production;
• Set and adjust the conditioners, pelleters, coolers, crumblers and aspiration;
• Assist Maintenance with breakdowns and perform maintenance on the machines;
• Conduct good housekeeping and adhere to the required health & safety standards;
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures relating to work, working conditions, discipline, SHE, BRC and administration;
• Report accurately and timeously on any problems that may occur during the course of carrying out normal duties to a person in authority for further action;
• Carry out any other reasonable instruction that Management might issue.

Critical Competencies and Skills
• Knowledge on production equipment, operation and maintenance
• Great attention to details
• Have a customer service orientated mind set
• Good communication skills

As Sovereign is an equal opportunity employer, preference will be given applicants of designated groups, as defined by the Employment Equity Act.

Only appropriately qualified and experienced individuals should submit a detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates and a copy ID to the HR Team.

Closing date: 01 February 2021