Assistant Plant Operator

Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Salary: R13,500 per month
Industry: Manufacturing / Chemical Production

About the Role

An established manufacturing company in Durban is seeking a reliable, safety-conscious and detail-oriented Assistant Plant Operator to join its production team.

The successful candidate will support the manufacturing of unsaturated polyester resins and gelcoat products by preparing and weighing raw materials, assisting with production activities, packaging finished products and maintaining accurate production records. The role requires good numeracy skills, attention to detail and a strong commitment to workplace safety and housekeeping.

Key Responsibilities

• Weigh, measure and prepare raw materials required for the production of unsaturated polyester resins and gelcoat products in accordance with production schedules.

• Ensure all required materials are available, accurately weighed and correctly organised in the designated batch marshalling areas.

• Assist the Resin Plant Operator and Gelcoat Operator with loading raw materials into the relevant production equipment.

• Package, label and transfer finished products to the designated storage areas, ensuring correct identification and handling.

• Accurately complete raw material marshalling documentation, recording all components weighed and prepared for each production batch.

• Record final packaged product yields and verify that finished products are correctly labelled.

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, housekeeping and safety throughout the manufacturing and storage areas.

• Operate a forklift safely when required, in accordance with company procedures and safety requirements.

• Comply with company health and safety policies, operational procedures and instructions.

• Perform other reasonable duties as requested by senior members of staff to support production operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12).

• Valid forklift licence — essential.

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment will be advantageous.

• Good numeracy and literacy skills, with the ability to measure, weigh and record materials accurately.

• Ability to follow production schedules, written instructions and established procedures.

• Good attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping skills.

• Physically fit and able to perform practical, hands-on production duties.

• Strong awareness of workplace health and safety requirements.

• Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Key Competencies

• Accuracy and attention to detail.

• Safety-conscious approach to work.

• Good organisational and housekeeping skills.

• Teamwork and willingness to assist production operators.

• Ability to follow instructions and production procedures.

• Dependability and a strong work ethic.

Remuneration

Salary: R13,500 per month.

How to Apply

If you meet the minimum requirements and are interested in joining a manufacturing production team, please submit your CV for consideration.