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Mechanical Artisan

Full-time

Merand Corbett & Associates

Qualification details

  • Grade 12 (Matric)
  • Recognised Mechanical Trade Test (Fitter, Fitter & Turner, Millwright or equivalent)
  • N3 Mechanical Engineering or higher
  Experience

  • 3–5 years post-trade experience in FMCG, food, beverage, packaging, or manufacturing environments.
  • Experience working on automated production and packaging equipment.
  • Experience with pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, pneumatic systems, and process equipment.
  • High-care food manufacturing experience advantageous.
  Functional Competencies

  • Mechanical fault finding
  • Hydraulics and pneumatics
  • Pumps and valves
  • Bearings and power transmission systems
  • Welding and fabrication basics
  • Preventative maintenance techniques
  • Equipment alignment and installation
  • Reading engineering drawings
  • Root cause analysis
  Key Responsibilities

  • Perform preventative, predictive, and breakdown maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical faults on production and packaging lines.
  • Maintain pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, motors, valves, pipework, fillers, cappers, and processing equipment.
  • Conduct inspections and equipment condition monitoring.
  • Support changeovers, equipment setup, and production start-ups.
  • Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.
  • Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement projects.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, GMP, and food safety requirements.
  • Complete maintenance documentation and job cards accurately.
  • Maintain workshop standards and housekeeping
  Top KPA’s

  • Equipment Uptime & Reliability
  • Breakdown Response Time
  • Planned Maintenance Completion
  • Mean Time to Repair (MTTR)
  • Safety Compliance
  • Food Safety & GMP Compliance
  • Maintenance Cost Control
  • Root Cause Problem Solving
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Continuous Improvement Participation
  Attributes (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

  • Follow company policy in line with legislation, best practice and organisational objectives
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Work well with all people from different backgrounds–easy to do business with!
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills with a sense of priority for deadlines and attention to detail
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Flexibility to meet business needs
  • High level of self-awareness
  • Team player
  • Willingness to learn. Adaptability. Confidence. Resilience. Optimism. Agility. Calmness. Considerate.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo relevant psychometric assessments and interview screening.

 

*ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED*

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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