SAB/ABInBev Packaging Operator Vacancy
Company
AB InBev Africa
Location
Gauteng
Posted
14 days ago
Via
via South African Job Vacancies - GovNet
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Job Description
JobTitle: Packaging Equipment Operator
Department: Packaging Operations
Location: Various locations (as required by the business)
About the role: Safely operate and maintain packaging equipment to achieve optimal productivity and quality while supporting a culture of big dreaming and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
• Operate manual and automatic packaging machines according to established standards.
• Interpret and implement the production plan for each shift.
• Monitor process performance and take corrective action when negative trends appear.
• Maintain accurate records in POMS and PIMS systems.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and labour legislation and keep a safe work environment.
• Prepare and contribute to AB reports as required.
• Use OFR tools when triggered and drive commercial decisions within the packaging hall.
• Support quality assurance and productivity targets.
Key Attributes & Competencies
• Proven experience in making commercial decisions in a packaging environment (financial, operational, people).
• Strong track record of disciplined work ethic and passion for quality.
• Solid understanding of relevant health, safety and labour legislation.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced FMCG packaging setting.
Minimum Requirements
• Post‑matric qualification (e.g., National Diploma) or equivalent.
• Advantageous: IOB Certificate.
• Minimum 9 months on‑the‑job training and completion of SKAP within 12 months.
• Experience in the Packaging FMCG industry.
Additional Information
• Position band: XI.
• SAB/ABInBev is an equal opportunity employer and follows an employment equity plan.
• Gender equality is promoted.
• Internal applicants must obtain line‑manager approval.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Application deadline: Open until filled.
How to Apply
If you wish to apply, please send your résumé and a brief cover letter to [email protected].
Join a team that dreams as big as you do and helps create unstoppable value together.
Department: Packaging Operations
Location: Various locations (as required by the business)
About the role: Safely operate and maintain packaging equipment to achieve optimal productivity and quality while supporting a culture of big dreaming and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
• Operate manual and automatic packaging machines according to established standards.
• Interpret and implement the production plan for each shift.
• Monitor process performance and take corrective action when negative trends appear.
• Maintain accurate records in POMS and PIMS systems.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and labour legislation and keep a safe work environment.
• Prepare and contribute to AB reports as required.
• Use OFR tools when triggered and drive commercial decisions within the packaging hall.
• Support quality assurance and productivity targets.
Key Attributes & Competencies
• Proven experience in making commercial decisions in a packaging environment (financial, operational, people).
• Strong track record of disciplined work ethic and passion for quality.
• Solid understanding of relevant health, safety and labour legislation.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced FMCG packaging setting.
Minimum Requirements
• Post‑matric qualification (e.g., National Diploma) or equivalent.
• Advantageous: IOB Certificate.
• Minimum 9 months on‑the‑job training and completion of SKAP within 12 months.
• Experience in the Packaging FMCG industry.
Additional Information
• Position band: XI.
• SAB/ABInBev is an equal opportunity employer and follows an employment equity plan.
• Gender equality is promoted.
• Internal applicants must obtain line‑manager approval.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Application deadline: Open until filled.
How to Apply
If you wish to apply, please send your résumé and a brief cover letter to [email protected].
Join a team that dreams as big as you do and helps create unstoppable value together.
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The Department of Employment and Labour sets the National Minimum Wage at R28.79 per hour for plumbers as of 1 March 2026. This applies to all Sectoral Determination 13 workers with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after 45 hours per week. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
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