Company Profile

An opportunity has become available for a Packaging Fitter / Wrapping Machine Fitter to join the Snackworks team at our Westmead Factory (KZN). The role reports directly to the Foreman and will be responsible for the plant and equipment maintenance and repairs of high-speed packaging equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Carry out breakdown repair work on mechanical equipment.Carry out planned and preventative maintenance schedules as assigned.Plan shutdown work on plant and equipment. Complete root cause and failure analysis on prolonged and repeated breakdowns.Provide expert advice and problem solving techniques to fellow workers.Record all maintenance data (Downtime, spares, and improvement recommendations) on Shopware/CMMS.Ensure all mechanical installations comply with the requirements of the OHSACT.Turning on machine parts will be an advantage.

Competencies

Planning and Organising.Delivering Results.Meeting Customer Expectations.Relating and Networking.Working with People.

Experience Required

At least 4 years experience in a similar role as a Fitter working in a FMCG or manufacturing facility.Working knowledge and proven experience with Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems.Proven experience with high speed flow wrapping and Cartoning Machines. FMCG Plant Maintenance experience is an added advantage.

Minimum Qualifications Required

Trade tested at an Accredited Training Facility.N3 Fitter- Mechanical Trade Theory in Mechanical Engineering.

Knowledge Required

Must be computer literate.Excellent Fault Finding Abilities.Good knowledge on Shopware CMMS system or similar.

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