Non-Woven Fibre Machine Technician

 

Recruiter:

PCS Equity solutions

Job Ref:

PB2

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R720000 CTC P/A


SUMMARY:
The main purpose is to efficiently, safely perform operation/maintaining including set up, start-up of line equipment, including auxiliary equipment, tooling changes, monitoring and testing, as well production reporting.

POSITION INFO:

Non-Woven Fibre Machine Technician

Area: Johannesburg

Package: negotiable up to R60000 CTC P/M depending on experience and qualifications

Purpose of the position: The main purpose is to efficiently, safely perform operation/maintaining including set up, start-up of line equipment, including auxiliary equipment, tooling changes, monitoring and testing, as well production reporting.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Grade 12 or technical Matric.
  • Proficiency with multiple manufacturers’ automation hardware and software
  • 3-5 years Spundbond machine experience (Non-negotiable)
  • Mechanical background preferred
  • Experience in the manufacturing environment would be highly beneficial
  • Ability to work in a plant environment for extended periods of time (high temperature/high humidity environment)
  • Ability to work weekends and public holidays

 

Minimum Skills and Abilities Required

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent written and verbal skills
  • Highly organised and accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment
  • Competent in problem solving (problem analysis), planning and decision making
  • Able to handle extreme pressure, prioritise and multi-task
  • Strength and stamina to work with heavy equipment
  • Good coordination and manual dexterity
  • Ability to read and visualize blueprints
  • Ability to comprehend, analyze and troubleshoot mechanical systems

 

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Assist the Millwright in the maintenance of specialized machines
  • Work in a team and ensuring the complete functioning of all machinery
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical manufacturing processes
  • Get necessary quotes for all spare part of machines or newly designed parts as per drawings
  • Get quotes for contractors to assist with manufacturing of specialized parts and to ensure the quality is of a high standard
  • Maintain and test all equipment / machinery to ensure functionality, safety and availability to complete work within the specified timeframe and budgetary limits
  • Ensure that components causing excessive downtime are identified and permanent solutions are found and implemented
  • Be responsible for the diagnosis, testing and repair of electrical and mechanical failures on equipment
  • Interpret mechanical circuit diagrams
  • Ensure that all equipment is maintained through utilising the right tools, work instruments and within safety regulations
  • Be responsible for ensuring equipment/machinery is tested for functionality and safety before being returned to production
  • Diagnose errors or technical problems and determine proper solutions
  • Assembling of machines
  • Testing all relevant machine parts before final assembling
  • On call and standby for major and minor equipment failures
  • Daily, weekly, monthly and yearly equipment inspections, checking mechanical, operations, etc.
  • General housekeeping and ensure OHS Act compliance


 

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