Purpose of the Job:
This position is responsible for leading the Electrical engineering department and to improve the reliability and plant availability of plant equipment. Reliability is generally improved through preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, and rebuilding plant equipment and machinery. The primary focus of this position is processing, filling, seaming and labelling machinery at the Meat and Baked Bean Plants.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:
? Monitor repairs and validate that the problem has been solved. Own the problem until resolved with a focus on doing it right the first time.
? Program and do fault findings S7 Siemens, PLC,
? Program Fanuc robot
? Assist in the Planning process by identifying parts and work required using DMS to enter notifications. Include parts and material information when possible.
? Prioritise work based on business needs
? Maintain a high level of urgency in response to tasks assigned.
? Participate in the Breakdown Elimination process to reduce the frequency of breakdowns and improve equipment reliability.
? Make decisions that are “best for the business” with regards to maintenance costs and overall productivity.
? Maintain continuity among work teams by using DMS to document and communicate actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
? Follow Maintenance Standard Procedures and seek to improve machinery specific procedures where possible.
? Ensure critical spares are available and ordered to prevent downtime
? Ensure cost is within budget
? Close out NCR’s within specified time frame
? Lead a team of Artisans

Ideal candidate should have the following:

? Qualified Mechanical Artisan (NTC3 & Trade Test Certificate)
? Experience in Canning industry would be an added advantage.
? At least 5 Years proven experience in FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) environment is a MUST.
? Experience in fault finding S7 Siemens PLC is a MUST
? Experience in Programming Fanuc robot
? Proven experience in managing people is a MUST.
? Microsoft Office package (MS Excel, MS Outlook) and computer maintenance management system.
? Ability to cope with the inherent physical demands of the position.
? Must be a team player, innovator and reflect good leadership behaviors.
? Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
? Must be able and willing to work shifts, extended hours and perform standby duties.
? Must have a reliable to and from work