General Assistant - Paint Mixing Department

Macsteel · Brakpan, Gauteng

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Job Advert Summary

A General Assistant in the Paint Department will provide hands-on support to ensure the smooth, safe, and efficient operation of all painting-related activities. This role involves assisting machine operators, preparing materials, maintaining cleanliness and order in the production area, and following all safety and quality procedures.

Minimum Requirements Required Qualifications / Experience

Minimum NQF Level 4 - 5 Grade 12+ / Higher certificate is essential.Knowledge on material grades and steel products – advantageous.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
Forklift licence – advantageous.
Experience in a manufacturing or production environment – advantageous.
Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and overtime when required.
Basic understanding of workplace safety practices.

Duties and Responsibilities Job Specification

The following key areas are covered by this position

Perform general duties as required to support smooth running of the paint department.
Maintaining cleanliness and order, following housekeeping standards.
Routine safety inspections and reporting of unsafe acts and conditions.
Support the setup and operation of equipment.
Ensure safe handling and storage of hazardous materials, according to procedures.
Monitor and check quality and ensure non-conformances are reported timeously.
Stack products in accordance with layout plan.
Moves full / empty containers to required locations as per instruction.
Record production, downtime and wastage.
Reporting of any faults, defects, or equipment issues as well as maintenance requirements in designated area.
Assisting other departments when needed.
Understanding and conformance to the company policies and procedures.

Deadline:12th September,2026