Shift Maintenance Technician

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Artisan qualification is an advantage
• Minimum 1-2 years experience - Needs to display an engineering aptitude
• Experience with pressurised Packaging Machines
• Experience in a food & packaging manufacturing plant

Key Performance Areas:

• Preventative Maintenance: Conduct scheduled maintenance on mechanical equipment to ensure continuous and efficient operation.
• Breakdown Repairs: Diagnose and repair mechanical faults to minimize production downtime.
• Equipment Installation and Upgrades: Assist in the installation, modification, and upgrading of machinery and equipment as required.
• Compliance with Safety Standards: Ensure all mechanical work is conducted in accordance with health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain the mechanical integrity of production lines to meet food safety and quality standards.
• Collaboration with Teams: Work closely with production and quality teams to optimize machine performance.
• Training and Skill Development: Provide on-the-job training to operators on basic machine maintenance, setup, change over and troubleshooting.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and propose process improvements to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Maintenance Record-Keeping: Capture all maintenance activities and repairs performed on equipment and machinery in FIIX, the CMMS system. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, breakdowns, and repairs
• Technical Interpretation: Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform necessary maintenance and servicing.
• Tool and Equipment Usage: Utilize various hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment to execute maintenance tasks effectively.
• Fault Detection and Reporting: Identify mechanical faults, defective materials, and unusual equipment behaviour, and report these issues to the relevant supervisors for further action

Problem Solving:

• Root Cause Analysis: Ability to diagnose mechanical failures and implement effective solutions.
• Troubleshooting Under Pressure: Capable of resolving issues quickly to minimize production delays.
• Technical Adaptability: Ability to understand and work with different mechanical systems and technologies.
• Analytical Thinking: Evaluate machine performance and suggest improvements to optimize efficiency.
• Innovative Problem-Solving: Develop creative solutions for recurring mechanical challenges.

Decision Making Authority and Responsibilities:

• Minor Repairs and Adjustments: Perform small corrective actions to restore machine functionality.
• Lubrication and Routine Maintenance Scheduling: Decide when to conduct minor preventative maintenance tasks in addition to Preventative and Planned Maintenance.
• Tool and Spare Part Usage: Determine necessary tools and spare parts for immediate repairs.
• Immediate Safety Actions: Implement safety measures to prevent hazards related to mechanical issues.
• Process Adjustments for Optimal Performance: Make minor adjustments to improve equipment efficiency without affecting production standards.

Recording and Reporting:

Hourly

Work Pressure:

ASPECT

REASON

HACCP / ISO requirements and lack of space

Assignment & Planning Schedules:

To maintain a clean and tidy workplace.

Liaison with Departments within Organisation:

DEPARTMENT

REASON

Access to plant after working hours