Job Description

Foreman Mechanical - Cape TownFull job descriptionJob DesciptionNovus Print: Montague GardensThe Novus Print division has a proud legacy, which includes the highest level of manufacturing excellence, first mover in new technology and solutions-orientated offerings. The team is exceptionally strong and is seasoned in standardisation and optimisation of processes, able to adapt quickly to change and most importantly solid in its culture and values.Novus Print: Montague Gardens is seeking to appoint a Foreman: Mechanical with knowledge and experience within a FMCG printing environment, to provide innovative leadership for the technical team. The successful candidate will report directly to the Technical Manager. KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:Responsibilities include, but not limited to, the following:Manage technicians/artisans to implement approved solutionsFacilitate and coordinate the technical Toolbox meetingsMentor Technicians and Artisans and assist with fault findingProcure the critical parts and maintain minimum stock levelsChecking that correct spares and materials are available as and when neededProducing an investigation report with proposals and alternative solutionsPromoting Plant safety regulations according to the Occupational Health Safety ActFollowing up on specific plant non-conformanceInvestigating incidents to establish non-compliance and conduct root cause analysisProviding input and assisting with design specifications to improve plant efficiencyPerform administrative dutiesRisk assessments and contractor managementInitiating of disciplinary hearings and management of staff absenteeismBudget control of repairs and maintenance costsManaging computer maintenance system (Shopware)Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage technicians/artisans to implement approved solutionsFacilitate and coordinate the technical Toolbox meetingsMentor Technicians and Artisans and assist with fault findingProcure the critical parts and maintain minimum stock levelsChecking that correct spares and materials are available as and when neededProducing an investigation report with proposals and alternative solutionsPromoting Plant safety regulations according to the Occupational Health Safety ActFollowing up on specific plant non-conformanceInvestigating incidents to establish non-compliance and conduct root cause analysisProviding input and assisting with design specifications to improve plant efficiencyPerform administrative dutiesRisk assessments and contractor managementInitiating of disciplinary hearings and management of staff absenteeismBudget control of repairs and maintenance costsManaging computer maintenance system (Shopware)Educational RequirementsDiploma in Mechanical engineering or equivalentManagement qualification will be advantageousExperience RequirementsAt least 10 years in a technical/mechanical engineering environment of which at least 5 years in a senior or supervisory levelAt least 3 years' experience in the print/flexible packaging industry environmentWorking knowledge of OHS ACTProject management experienceIn depth knowledge of mechanical and engineering principlesSound knowledge of printing principles and equipment in the print environmentSkills and CompetenciesHigh level of accuracy and attention to detailCoordinating and planningProject ManagementStrong Technical and analytical aptitude supported by incident investigation skillsNegotiation skillsProblem solvingPeople Management and excellent communication skillsDecision making skillsStress tolerance

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