Technical Specialist

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a Technical Specialist to provide technical assistance to the processing centre and sales ensuring optimal utilisation of equipment and maximum throughput.

POSITION INFO:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Process Management

• Manage throughputs for defined IPC processes. (Analyses scheduled expectancies for each defined process.)
• Provides technical assistance on all equipment and software within the Processing Centre as required.
• Evaluates job requirements and recommends best methodologies and equipment to be used in order to maximise throughput and accuracy.
• Provides technical support to clients onsite and telephonically.
• Ensures maximum uptime of equipment by overseeing scheduled maintenance and servicing processing equipment.
• Reports on scheduled maintenance and consumable utilisation of processing equipment to the Processing Centre Manager.
• Assists in evaluating job requirements in order to recommend preferred methodology and equipment to be used
• Assist sales in presenting IPC processes and software applications.
• Assist with the setup of equipment and software for new projects.
• Assist with the setup of new equipment and software implemented in IPC.
• Knowledge of Networking and software platforms
• Data analysis and merging.
• Importing and uploading of data.
• Must be able to problem solve.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and accuracy

• Ensures that staff is trained, skilled and that their expertise is optimally applied.
• Ensures that the working environment contributes to improve staff morale and increase productivity.

• Project Management Diploma or relevant IT Diploma.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel knowledge and experience.
• Minimum 3 years technical experience in a document processing environment.
• Experience using Microsoft SQL and Access databases will be advantageous.
• Technical expertise in Data Management will be beneficial in contributing to the improvement of our Image Processing Centre.
• Problem-solving abilities will be crucial in this role, allowing you to address challenges efficiently and fine tune solutions that will enhance our processes.
• Must have a valid driver’s licence with your own vehicle.