📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWTiger Brands is actively recruiting for a Operator Basket Washer - Pretoria position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Manufacturing sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: Not Specified • Educational Background: Others or equivalent • Industry Focus: Manufacturing • Location Preference: in Gauteng
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe Operator Basket Washer - Pretoria position is an important role within the Manufacturing sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Manufacturing offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Operator Basket Washer - Pretoria position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the Not Specified requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Others • Specific achievements in the Manufacturing field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Manufacturing sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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Job SummaryThe Bakery Basket Washer Operator is responsible for operating industrial tray and basket washing equipment to ensure a continuous supply of clean, dry baskets for daily production and dispatch operations. This role focuses on running the mechanical washer, drying baskets, sorting damaged or non-standard crates, and maintaining high standards of housekeeping around the washing area.
Key ResponsibilitiesWasher Operation: Load, operate, and unload the automated basket/crate washing machine continuously during the shift to maintain production flow. Basket Drying: Utilize high-speed air knives and floor/inline fans to ensure baskets are thoroughly dried before being stacked or sent to packing lines. Sorting & Segregation: Inspect incoming baskets and systematically sort out: Damaged or broken baskets requiring repair/disposal. Extremely dirty or uncured baskets requiring manual pre-scrubbing. Competitor or third-party crates to prevent mixing with factory stock. Housekeeping & Area Safety: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized washing station by removing excess water, sweeping debris, and preventing slip hazards in the wash bay. Storage & Staging: Neatly stack and organize clean, dry baskets into designated staging areas, ensuring easy access for production and dispatch teams. Equipment Care: Perform basic pre-start checks, routinely clean filter screens and catch trays, and promptly report mechanical jams or faults to maintenance.
Key Requirements
Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks, including lifting, bending, and stacking crates up to standard operational height. Strong visual attention to detail for efficient crate sorting and defect detection. Comfort working in a wet, noisy, and fast-paced operational environment.
End Date: August 23, 2026
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