Manufacturing Technician

Support the Factory Engineer in providing a technical service in terms of processing and production by driving continuous improvement and preventive and breakdown maintenance.  

Key Accountabilities:
Effective running of plant machinery and equipment

• Took an active part in any alterations and modifications on equipment or installations with superiors. This also applies to any new installations or relocations of machinery or lines
• Assist in the documentation and recording of any installations and/or alterations effected
• Took an active part in electrical and mechanical overhauls, alterations, and installations of machinery and equipment
• Took an active part in the regular inspection and testing of electrical, mechanical, compressed air, and any other installations to ensure safe and efficient use of these services
• Tested related equipment and machinery after repair for efficiency and ensured proper running
• Support the Production Department in training of personnel, setting up of the production lines, and improvement of equipment to give better efficiency and/or higher quality to the end product
• Perform breakdown maintenance when and where required
• Support in the repair of portable tools as required
• Construct and manufacture any electrical and mechanical items as required.

Adherence to procedures in line with Company standards

• Ensure that all safety guards and other safety features on equipment and machinery are installed and subsequently operational to safeguard the employees using machinery
• Responsible for the safekeeping of equipment assigned
• Maintains quality services by establishing and enforcing organization standards
• Ensured correct procedures when taking necessary parts from stores
• Ensure that PPE is worn according to the task being performed.

Effective Communication between departments and efficient internal support

• Share relevant information, ideas and insights
• Build and maintain good working relationships with all stakeholders
• Liaise with Production in discussing optimal ways to execute a preventive plan while highlighting any related concerns
• Communicate and liaise with all stakeholders to ensure sufficient spare parts
• Ensure communication and handover during change of shift.

Effective team leadership

• Took responsibility in the absence of Senior Technician 
• Motivate, delegate and empower personnel to take responsibility and display appropriate creativity and initiative
• Performance benchmarks are met – per individual.

Effective teamwork and alignment with Company values

• Drive and instil company values
• Drive own learning and development
• Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
• Handle stress in ways that do not negatively impact others
• Flag and debate issues constructively (be solution–focused)
• Be proactive in sharing, debating and communicating learning.

Ideal Candidate Profile:
Education

• MCAST – BTEC Diploma / HND Engineering  (MQF 4/5)
• Wireman’s electrical licenses A and B would be considered an asset.

Experience

• 2 years’ experience in a food/pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing working environment.

Skills

• Technical insight in a complex manufacturing environment
• Experienced with GMP, ISO Standards, Safe Food Handling, HACCP practices and HSE guidelines
• Continuous Improvement Experience/Certification is highly desirable
• Ability to show track record of improving production and solving problems.

Competencies:

• Mechanical Reasoning
• Problem Solving
• Attention to detail
• Drive for results
• Adaptability
• Rule orientation
• Teamwork
• Verbal and written communication
• Process Engineering and systems agility
• Safety, security and quality orientation
• Knowledge sharing
• Leading by example.

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