About the role
- The Stitcher is responsible for operating and monitoring stitching machines used to securely seal filled flour, maize, or grain product bags.
- The role ensures that all products are stitched correctly, meet quality standards, and are prepared for safe handling, storage, and distribution.
- Ability to operate industrial stitching machinery.
- Attention to detail and quality awareness.
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Basic problem-solving and mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to work effectively within a production team.
- Understanding food safety and workplace safety requirements.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
What you'll do
- Operate and monitor bag stitching equipment safely and efficiently.
- Ensure filled bags are properly aligned and securely stitched before palletizing.
- Inspect stitched bags for defects, damage, or incomplete sealing.
- Remove and report damaged or non-conforming bags.
- Maintain required production throughput and minimize downtime.
- Perform basic cleaning and routine maintenance of stitching equipment.
- Follow food safety, quality, GMP, and health and safety procedures.
- keep the work area clean and organized according to housekeeping standards.
- Support packing line operations and assist team members when required.
- Complete production and quality records accurately.
What you'll bring
- Grade 12 / Matric preferred.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing, milling, packaging, or production environment is advantageous.
- Basic knowledge of production processes and quality standards.
- Experience working in a food manufacturing environment will be beneficial.
Required skills
Industrial Machinery OperationFood SafetyGood Manufacturing PracticeQuality StandardsMechanical AptitudeAttention to DetailTeamworkProblem Solving