Maintenance Manager

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POSITION INFO:

Job Spec: Maintenance Manager
Industry: Packaging Manufacturing

Join a Leader in Innovative Packaging Solutions, a trusted name in the packaging industry, is seeking a dynamic and hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead our technical team in Durban. If you're passionate about ensuring optimal machinery performance and enjoy leading a skilled team in a high-performance manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you!

Purpose of the Role:

As Maintenance Manager, your primary goal is to ensure our production machinery is operating at peak performance to meet output targets. You will oversee all aspects of mechanical maintenance, from planned servicing to rapid response breakdowns, as well as machine lubrication and job setups.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and supervise a team of 7 technical staff, including fitters and machine setters
Allocate tasks according to production priorities and maintenance plans
Perform root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions
Maintain and manage critical spare parts inventory
Procure necessary spares in a timely and cost-effective manner
Oversee and support Flat Bag, Converting, and SO Bag machine setters
Collaborate with the production team to identify and resolve machine-related issues
Plan and coordinate response to machine breakdowns
Develop and implement service schedules and tagging programs
Train team members on service routines and procedures
Design and implement lubrication schedules and protocols
Ensure machines are clean and in optimal working condition at all times

Team Overview
You will manage a team of 7, including:
Maintenance Fitters (1 per shift)
Machine Setters:
Flat Bag Setters
Converting Setters
SO Bag Setters

What We’re Looking For:
Trade Qualification: Qualified Fitter
Proven experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong leadership and organizational skills
A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
Excellent communication and collaboration skills