Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

Assist/support the Operations Manager with the implementation of production processes and procedures. Productivity improvements and project-based activities, improve quality and safety, and reduce operating costs. Support delivery of the KPIs and ensure preventative actions are taken to maximize success. Work on many phases or sub-tasks of projects or entire projects of moderate complexity, with results impacting on project completion. Work under general supervision, reviewed at project milestones and/or on completion by Senior Management.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Millwright, BTech or equivalent Experience in Electrical and Mechanical Commitment to work towards professional accreditation with an industry related body Minimum of 5 years work experience in a manufacturing environment or similar role Ability to design processes and layouts Understanding of production costs to include waste, downtime, scrap and re-work Work under minimal supervision with frequent work reviews Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes Excellent understanding of engineering, scientific and other technical information Understand lean manufacturing Uses basic concepts and techniques of the profession Understanding of Health and Safety practices Good understanding of customer deliverables and the impact of failure/cost of poor quality

MINIMUM SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Excellent Communication skills Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment Ability to Plan and prioritize activities Problem-solving and analytical skill set Analytic skills (Information processing) Leadership and people management skills Interpersonal skills Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills Excellent organizational and follow-up skills Competent in problem solving (problem analysis), team building, planning and decision making Conflict management Organizing skills Monitoring Planning Manage controls Record keeping Planned maintenance knowledge Plant and process knowledge Computer knowledge Legislative knowledge Stock control Influence/ negotiating skills Teamwork Required to work overtime and call -out Proactively contribute to creating a good team atmosphere Anticipate and overcome obstacles Embrace personal challenges and growth Resilient, optimistic and open to change Engage interest and participation of others and has a collaborative approach to working together Focused and target driven with positive, can-do attitude

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure all manufacturing equipment is set up and produces products according to established quality control specifications and standards. Lead the execution of preventative maintenance, breakdowns, plant uptime and safety projects Ensure any statutory legislation and/or quality system requirements are adhered to with regards to process changes and equipment modifications. Continually monitor in-process quality, addressing issues as needed. Manage critical spares. Cost control. Audits. Filing and document control. Analysis of recurring breakdowns. Attend to job cards Ensure that all existing and new equipment and processes are operated in compliance with all current Quality Control, Health and Safety and Environmental legislation and regulatory requirements. Ensure all equipment is maintained as assigned, and in accordance with requirements detailed on the appropriate schedule/plan or work instruction, ensuring the minimization of downtime within planned costs for repair and spares. Support the installation and validation of new equipment and technology and ensure a smooth and acceptable transfer to production. Undertake special projects and contribute to continuous improvement activities as required. Support and participate in process improvement activities. Report and provide information to line management. Achieve goals within budget. Plan projects or subtasks so that they may be tracked in line with budget and agreed timeframes. Be aware and work to achieve the section Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Attend various meetings and action/communicate instructions. Undertake continuous training and development. Participate in root cause analysis and resolution of problems. Agree and comply with the approach to be taken for assigned tasks. Train and mentor apprentices and less experienced technicians Support training needs of the department and provide expertise to apprentices and trainees. Provide a communication point for the team and provide a proactive feedback process between the technicians and management. Assist with visiting specialist engineers when necessary. Work, liaise and utilize good effective communication with a range of internal departments, external suppliers, service providers and customers. Ensure that contractors are utilized in accordance with the Company procedures. Act as first point of contact for production and help provide a proactive feedback process between maintenance and other departments. Support, comply and ensure complicity with the Health and Safety regulations, all the Companies policies and procedures, Quality and Environmental policies and procedures, etc.
Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: R42000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/07/22