Job Description

TECHNICAL MAINTENANCE (CANNING/DAIRY/BEVERAGE PRODUCTION)

Soma is looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician, to be based at the production facility in Capricorn Park, Muizenberg, Cape Town. This is a highly technical position, requiring extensive experience in various equipment systems and production processes. Canning experience is a big plus!

Our locally manufactured food and beverage products are innovative and specialized, and our product lines are unique to the local market.

This is a very "hands on" on the production floor job. Definitely not a "sit in the office and send emails type job". We are a small/medium sized company, and there is no room to hide in this environment. A lot will be expected of you!

Responsibilities:

- The primary function of this position is maintaining the performance and safety of the company's multiple production systems.

- Presence during start up and shut down of all critical production systems (including but not limited to - steam boilers, UHT sterilizer, carton filling lines, bottling lines, canning lines, cooling systems, retort, etc) to ensure smooth start-up.

- Regular monitoring of all production equipment while running.

- Preventative and Emergency maintenance and repair of all equipment.

- Technical Fault finding and troubleshooting, as well as emergency shut down along with equipment operators.

- Assistance in the building out (or modification and improvement) of production systems.

This position reports to the Factory Manager as well as the CEO, and will work closely with the operations team, as well as the various production line supervisors.

This is a 100% "roll up your sleeves" kind of job. Be prepared to do anything in the beginning, and you will be rewarded.

Requirements:

2+ years' experience as a Senior level Maintenance Technician in a Canning/Dairy/Beverage facility (or similar) is mandatory. Some form of relevant post high school skill qualification: Electrical certification, Welding Certification etc. Understanding of canning, pumps, valves, pipework, heat-exchangers, PLC, etc.+ Ability to do basic Electrical work and welding is a bonus. Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear) Ability to read product flow schematics and manuals English required Able to lift 30 kg's Excellent Communication Skills: written and verbal. High energy levels. Disciplined and presentable. Ability to work independently and be part of a team. Must have your own vehicle, and be available to work after hours, if necessary.
Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

Muizenberg, Western Cape 7945: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:

Technical Maintenance: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person