Job Description

Position Title: MillwrightPosition Type: Regular - Full-Time Position Location: DelmasGrade: Grade 03Requisition ID: 28323Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Millwirght to be based at the Delmas facility. The successful candidate will report to the Electrical Superintendent in the Engineering Department.The purpose of the Packing Millwright will be to be responsible for the maintenance and repairs of electrical and mechanical equipment onsite with the responsibility and accountability of ensuring the continuous operation of all equipment and installations hereby ensuring the effectiveness of the departments Maintenance System.RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete maintenance schedules and inspections and maintain a 98% plant uptime.
• Perform RCA (Route Cause Analysis) on breakdown, repair faults and perform equipment Reliability improvement.
• Remove and install equipment where and when required.
• Assist supervisor in maintaining equipment and machinery in a safe and operational condition according to McCain Loss Control and Maintenance Procedures.
• Ensure safe execution of maintenance work. Safe operation of equipment.
• Commission new installations or alterations ensuring that it is operational and may be used safely.
• Ensure that Kaizen events are an integrated part of the maintenance process, and the packing operators are engaged in the Kaizen events.
• Coordinate with Engineering planner to ensure job plans.
• Performs 5S visual management and proactive plant/workspace walkabouts, to identify threats.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum requirement is a Millwright Red Seal (Trade Test).
• At least 5 years experience in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment within a FMCG Industry, preferably within the Food Industry.
• Preference will be given to candidates with N4 - N6 qualification.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with Packing equipment such as Ishida multi-heads, sandiacre, loma, tapers, date code printers, box makers etc.
• Working knowledge of weighing systems, sorting equipment, PLC hardware and 480V circuits
• Understanding and experience in instrument calibration (i.e. level, pressure, flow transmitters, control valves); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with the use of a structured CMMS, such as SAP PM.
• Sound organizational skills in completing prioritized work activities.
• Ability to program and configure Servo and Variable Frequency Drives (advantageous)
• Experience with conveyor systems, pumps, and packaging equipment.
• Good written & verbal communication skills

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

• Willing to learn and work in and around the whole plant.
• Physical dexterity
• Hardworking
• Good communication skills
• Read and write in English.
• Attention to detail.
• Good Technical background
• Situation analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to operate and maintain different types of machines.
• Drives continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply an extensive variety of technical instructions.
• Able to liaise with external technical experts.
• Understand customer needs and quickly deliver results.
• Participate in all safety-related initiatives.
• Practice LOTO (Lock-Out-Tag-Out) at all times.
• Comply with all safety requirements.

#LI-SAF1McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with theJob Family: Engineering & Technical
Division: South Africa
Department: Delmas Engineering Electrical
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