Production Technician

An opportunity for a Production Technician has presented itself at our client in the packaging manufacturing industry in Ottery, Cape Town. This role will be a developing role and will include a probation period where the applicant will need to prove competence and eagerness to fulfil the duties and responsibilities.
- Matric
- Physical strength (Moving of table and machines)
- Strong technical aptitude and practical basic mechanical experience
- Strong Numeracy (use of Measuring tools)
- Pedestrian stacker/forklift qualification
- Good learning potential
- Good attention to detail
- Willingness to help and learn
- Problem solving and decision-making skills
- Good hand-eye-co-ordination
- Self-motivated
- Team player
- Willingness to work night shifts and overtime where necessary

**The Key deliverables for the role are as follows**:

- Preparing production consumables (Teflon)
- Preparation of machines for production readiness (Teflon changes and sealing wire

inspections, sealing head setup)
- Setting up machines (Plugging in power, pneumatic and switching on and testing

operation)
- Setting out the layout (Moving of tables and machines)
- Assisting with machine maintenance (Tightening bolts, replacing simple parts)
- Follow safe operating practices when working on machinery
- Maintaining high levels of housekeeping in work area

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 3-6 months

**Salary**: R51.07 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Ottery, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)