Industrial Automation Specialist

7 hours ago


Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa On Line Personnel Full time
Job Overview
On Line Personnel seeks an experienced Industrial Automation Specialist to join their team in PE/Gqeberha. As a key member of the maintenance team, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of production systems and equipment.

Key Responsibilities
- Repair faulty equipment, transmission modules, and miscellaneous electronic devices to maintain spare part availability
- Resolve PLC and robotic communication issues to prevent re-occurring faults and ensure uninterrupted production
- Analyze, fault find, repair, and optimize PLC and equipment faults to achieve quality requirements and efficient production processes
- Improve current PLC programs to build more robust systems and advise technicians on shift improvements
- Fault find, set up, and program SEW drives using diagnostic software/tools
- Use software diagnostic tools to resolve production stoppages efficiently
- Coach other technicians in investigation of root causes, use of diagnostic tools, and improvement projects
- Contact equipment suppliers and technology experts to resolve complex equipment problems and failures
- Document production stoppages, severe breakdowns, problem sheets, and knowledge Management System sheets
- Conduct root cause analysis of breakdowns and record findings on control sheets and documents
- Ensure automatic station and robot safety circuits are in good working order and meet safety standards
- Download robot and PLC program backups for quick recovery in case of data loss

Requirements
- National Nated Diploma/ National Diploma/ B Tech/B Eng./ B Sc. Degree in Electrical Engineering/ Mechatronics
- Minimum 5 years in vehicle manufacturing maintenance and/or technical environment
- Siemens PLC and robot training is required
- Strong analytical, diagnostic capabilities, and problem-solving ability
- Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, public holidays, Plant shut down, whenever necessary
- Good attendance record

Estimated Salary: R55 000 to R60 000 per month (commensurate with qualification and experience) + benefits

About Us
On Line Personnel is a leading recruitment agency providing top talent to various industries. Our company values include integrity, professionalism, and innovation.
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