Our client in the plastic packaging manufacturing industry is looking for a young and ambitious automation technician to join their production team in Diep River.

Desired Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum N4 electrical/Millwright qualification.
• Experience in Hydraulics & Pneumatics. (advantageous)
• Production or FMCG experience. (advantageous)
• An ability to communicate effectively and transparently.
• An ability to identify and solve problems effectively.
• An ability to think issues through in a logical, systematic way.
• A passion for Automation.
• A passion for Quality.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Self-disciplined and motivated.
• Own transport and driver’s license is essential.
• Overtime and standby will be required from time to time.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Assisting the production department in achieving optimum efficiencies through timeous and efficient attendance to the electrical requirements of their machinery and auxiliary equipment during maintenance, repair and servicing.
• Assisting with the completion of maintenance schedules and programs for each machine as per supplier recommendation.
• Assisting with troubleshooting/problem-solving in the department as and when required.
• Staying abreast of, and assisting with the implementation of technical developments and improvements.
• To be on standby as and when required.
• Properly maintaining maintenance records as per ISO procedures.
• Consistently checking the quality of products with Quality Control.

Salary

• Market-related Basic + Benefits

Please submit a copy of your CV and supporting documents (ID, Qualifications and a Recent Payslip)

Please Note: Psychometric testing will be required for shortlisted candidates.