Explosives Operator Gr 1
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Location: Bronkhorstspruit, South Africa
Company: Sasol
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Job Req
11202
Closing Date
6 February 2026
Geographical Area
Ekandustria
Purpose of Job
To assemble non-electric delay initiation systems on a manual assembly machine
Key Accountabilities
Crimping & Blocking of the Explosives Coiling of the shock tube Sealing & Tagging of the Explosives
Explosives Packaging Assemble different products according to the specifications on the lot traveller.
Competency required on all the different assembly machines (crimping machine, coiling machine, sealing machine, tagging machine).
Operators may be required to operate two machines simultaneously.
Do quality checks on assembled products to ensure that all units meet specified customer requirements.
Do stock count on all the raw materials in the production area.
Bundle, count and pack assembled units in boxes according to specified requirements as stipulated on the lot traveller
General housekeeping inside the assembly area.
Do measurements of specifications using relevant measuring tools and capture information on the lot traveller e.g. Vernier calliper.
Adjust the settings of the equipment/machine according to the specific product specifications as indicated on the lot traveller
Operators are also required to report on daily production and breakdowns
Manually updating production graphs after daily production on the wall next to each production cell
Good communication skills (proficient in English)
Be able to work under pressure
Be able to work full shifts and overtime
Consciences and diligent
Detail oriented
Maintain a high standard of integrity
Fosters teamwork and collaboration
Able to work on your own with little supervision
Formal Education
Completed Grade 12/Matric ( Maths and science will be an advantage)
Minimum experience
1+ years of experience in explosives manufacturing
Working experience in the final assembly plant AEL will be an advantage
Required Personal and Professional Skills
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