Optical Fruit Sorting Specialist (Compac)

Our client, a Fruit Packaging company, situated in the Overberg has an exciting opportunity for an Optical Fruit Sorting Specialist.The role is responsible for the effective operation of fruit sorting/grading machines to ensure maximum throughput and minimum downtime while adhering to all relevant quality and safety standards. The successful incumbent will be reporting to the Production Manager.Responsibilities & Duties Efficient operating of fruit & citrus sorting/grading machines.Review Production schedules, engineering specifications, process lines & flows.Calibration and monitoring of sizer scales and cameras.Ensure that quality and safety standards are always met.Communicate control breakdowns and changeovers (lot-end) to limit downtime.Extract and submit sizer reports after every changeover (lot-end) to relevant stakeholders.Preventative Maintenance Plan in cooperation with Maintenance DepartmentCandidate RequirementsDiploma in Industrial/Systems Engineering or similar qualificationGrade 12 or equivalent with Mathematics and/or Engineering SubjectsMinimum 2 years' experience in a similar role in the fruit industry.Experience on a COMPAC machine will be advantageousDemonstrate knowledge of electronic food/fruit sorting machinery and tools including its design, uses, repair and maintenance.Good written and verbal communication skills in Afrikaans & English.Good comprehension of numerical data.Computer skills (Microsoft Office)Excellent Time ManagementPersistenceProactiveDetail orientated.Problem SolverGood interpersonal skillsMust reside in Swellendam area or be prepared to relocate to the area.Must have a valid drivers license and own reliable vehicle.If you meet the above criteria, please send a detailed and updated CV including your salary expectation to ****** close on 23 February 2024. If you do not receive feedback within two weeks of submitting your cv, please consider your application as unsuccessful.