Job Description

Posted on March 16, 2021

Reporting to the Factory Manager, the Silo operator will be responsible to manage 4 x 4000tons of galvanized steel silo’s, to meet the commercial requirements of Seba Foods’ whilst maximising efficiency and upholding quality, health, safety and environmental standards.
He/She will be responsible to liaise with Logistics, Quality Control, Procurement, Accounts and Production Manager while operating the silos
Key responsibilities
Weighbridge
1. Receive vehicle on incoming w/b and enter details of contract into the w/b computer system
2. Instruct driver to park-up or direct to appropriate tipping pit
3. Receive vehicle on outgoing w/b, weigh and issue w/b ticket
4. Draw off samples from the vehicle, provide to QA for further approvals
a. Check sample for evidence of grain pests and or admixture
5. Enter sample results into the ERP
6. Bag and label samples
7. Perform daily control checks for all relevant apparatus using known reference samples
8. Undertake Proficiency tests as required and complete the relevant report sheet for submission
Control Room
Operate and maintain full PLC system.
Operate manual sliding gates to unload silos
Operate cleaner by insuring correct screens is fitted for correct product.
Housekeeping, insuring all silos and Elevators are locked at all times.
Insuring correct product movement to avoid mixture of product at all times.
Operation of control panel including ship loading scale
1. Directing lorries to various tipping pits
2. Input of information into ERP
3. Movement of grain around the silo as instructed
4. Cleaning of storage bins as required
5. Preparation of stock sheets, stock declarations and temperature readings
Health, Safety and Environment
6. Assist the management to comply with Health and Safety, Fire and Environmental legislation
7. Ensure compliance with the company Health, Safety and Environmental policies
8. Co-operate and engage in health, safety and environment training as required
9. To keep records as required by Health and Safety
10. Provide support to the management to run the site in a safe and efficient manner
11. Ensure site security is maintained at all times
Product Line Responsibilities
12. Operation of the weighbridge
13. Operation of the silo’s
14. Operation of the shiploader
15. Operation of the control panel and scales
16. Comply with company procedures at all times
17. Keep records as required by Quality Assurance or any relevant government legislation
Key Qualifications
1. Proficiency and experience in handling inventory
2. PLC experience
3. Silo operation experience will be a benefit
4. Good teamworking skills
5. English Verbal and written communication skills
6. Logical reasoning
7. Numerical skills
8. Electrical or ITI Diploma or Related Qualification
9. Able to cope under pressure and work towards deadlines
10. Able to work at heights
11. IT literate with experience of using Microsoft office
12. A flexible approach to working hours specifically in peak periods
13. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally.
14. Ability to work co-operatively with others and independently at times without supervision
To apply, submit CV and cover letter to jobs@260brands.com