Permanent Vacancy for Assistant Pasta Maker Wanted at VKB Group
Job Description
Vacancy for Assistant Pasta Maker Wanted at VKB Group
Job Location: Modder Rivier, Northern Cape
Job Type: Permanent
Application Closing Date: 15 July 2025
JOB DESCRIPTIONS:
Our client is urgently looking for the qualified Assistant Pasta Maker to start working ASAP. VKB Group requires the services of reputable Assistant Pasta Maker. You may apply before deadline in case you are interested and have required qualifications as short-listed below.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The applicant wishing to apply for this job must meet the following qualifications;
- Must have Grade 12 certificate or equivalent preferred.
- Must have previous experience in a food production or manufacturing environment is a plus but not required.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
The applicant must have the following skills and competences
- Must have ability to follow detailed instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have basic understanding of food hygiene and workplace safety practices.
- Must have good physical stamina – able to lift 25 kg (55 lbs), stand for long periods, and perform repetitive tasks.
- Must have strong attention to detail and willingness to learn modern pasta-making techniques.
- Team player with good communication skills.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will have to implement the following duties but not limited to:
- To assist with flour transfer system from mill to production recipe bins, including the handling of the final regrinds and maintain a clean and clear flour room.
- To support pasta extrusion processes by operating and monitoring machines under supervision.
- To help set up, clean, and maintain equipment and work areas in compliance with food safety regulations.
- Hourly tests of product in dryers, monitor drying cycles, and assist with unloading as needed.
- To perform quality checks (e.g., moisture, texture, colour, shape) at various production stages.
- Production change overs between Dies and shapes
- To ensure Die Room is clean, Dies are washed and inspected timeously, and machine is clean and tidy
- Package and label finished pasta products according to company standards.
- To follow all health, safety, and hygiene standards as required by company policy and food safety laws (e.g., HACCP, GMP).
- To assist with inventory checks and stock rotation of raw materials and finished goods.
- To report any equipment issues, safety hazards, or production deviations to the Pasta Maker, Quality Supervisor or Business Unit Manager.
NB: Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you haven`t been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. All applications must be done online before closing date.
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