Our client in the manufacturing industry has a vacancy for a Assembly Operator to join their team. • Responsible for assembling products and product components together using their hands, machinery, and various tools. • Maintain and service equipment, troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and ensure quality control. • Maintain supply inventory, record actions on production forms and communicate with other stations on the assembly line to ensure accuracy, speed and efficiency. Education & Experience • Matric. • Relevant Tertiary Qualification. • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position. • Experience as an Assembly Operator or similar position. • Experience in the Manufacturing and or Engineering sector. • Ability in using tools (e.g. clamps) and machines (e.g. presses). • Excellent hand-eye coordination and physical condition. • Bilingual (Afrikaans and English). • Computer Literate. • Driver’s license. • Attention to detail. • Good interpersonal communication skills both verbally and written. • Problem-solving skills. • Dedicated and reliable. • Can work under pressure. • Multi-tasking. • Always willing to learn. • Flexible with the ability to manage stress. Description of duties • Read and comprehend instructions and follow established procedures. • Responsible for assembling materials using hands or tools. • Responsible for following assembly guidelines. • Operating tools and equipment. • Developing strategies to optimize operations. • Meet cycle time goal and adhere to guidelines. • Inventory and manage all stock products within a retail warehousing environment. Overall Quality control and output • Ensure items in containers and boxes are packed correctly. • Ensure accuracy, speed, and efficiency. • Take precision measurements to ensure perfect fit of components. • Align material and put together parts to build more complex units. • Check output to ensure highest quality. General • Track production by filling out the hour-by-hour chart. • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles. • Report on issues, malfunction or defective parts. • Keep open line of communication with peers, supervisors, and management.