Blade Minder Grain Field Chickens Abattoir , Reitz

Reitz, Free State, South Africa

Job Description

Introduction
Grain Field Chickens, a subsidiary of VKB Agriculture (PTY)Ltd, is a dynamic role player in the integrated broiler industry with an abattoir in Reitz in the North Eastern Free State. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.

Responsible for setting up and operating grinding machines to shape and sharpen blades according to correct specifications.
Requirements

  • Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 Equivalent.
  • N2 Mechanical engineering.
  • A minimum of 2 years' working experience in a similar role.
  • A willingness to work overtime, incl. shifts and on weekends when required.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Adjust tools to produce specified cuts.
  • File or finish surfaces of workpieces, using prescribed hand tools.
  • Inspect, feel, and measure workpieces to ensure that surfaces and dimensions meet specifications.
  • Monitor machines operations to determine whether adjustment are necessary and stop machines when problems occur.
  • Select and mount grinding wheels on machines according to specifications, using hand tools and applying knowledge of abrasives and grinding procedures.
  • Set up and operate grinding or polishing machines to grind metal workpieces such as blades and tools.
  • Dress grinding wheels according to specifications.
  • Detect defects, assess wear and verify specifications using ruler and Vernier calliper.
  • Perform basic maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machine parts.
  • Remove finished workpieces from machines and place them in racks and set aside pieces that are defective.
  • Attach workpieces to grinding machines.
  • Visual inspection of the blades.
  • Perform other duties as may be required by line managers.
Skills Required
  • Detail-orientated with an aptitude for problem-solving.
  • Understanding of production procedures.
  • Knowledge of health and safety procedures (PPE).
  • Ability to read manuals.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Team player.
  • Able to work under pressure.
The company can expire jobs at any time at our own discretion. Should you not have received a response within 4 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1568335
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Reitz, Free State, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned