Maintenance Technician

2 weeks ago

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Essity Full time

About the Role

The incumbent will deliver exceptional technical expertise, support, and dedication to the manufacturing plant, ensuring continuous operation of production machinery with minimal downtime. This opportunity presents a dynamic exposure to the world of Engineering and Mechanical Maintenance in a fast-paced production facility.

We're looking for individuals who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and work at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work towards a Zero-breakdown & Zero-Stop-mentality by providing an efficient service to manufacturing plant and maximize machine availability and efficiencies through good maintenance practices.
  • Carry out prompt and effective break down repairs, planned and routine maintenance.
  • Reduce the maintenance costs including working capital reduction for spare parts through proactive planned and preventative maintenance of machinery in the manufacturing plant.
  • Effective collaboration with engineering team and internal stakeholders to minimize the impact of machine changeovers and resolve breakdowns with the least production downtime.
  • Ensure product quality and reduce waste by guaranteeing that machines are correctly adjusted and running according to specification.
  • Report to the Maintenance/Projects Manager the machine conditions, performance, spares used and breakdown details.
  • Work continuously in adhering to Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality standards and all company Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Responsible for participation and provide support & knowledge in project work and new equipment installations.
  • Perform machinery upgrades, modifications and rebuilds under the guidance of the Maintenance/Projects Manager and Technicians whilst ensuring that accuracy and defined engineering standards are adhered to and completed within determined time frames.
  • Perform lathe, milling and general machining work where required in the manufacture or modification of machine parts.
  • Carry out HSE inspections and audits as requested.

Requirements

  • Must have matric and a valid Fitter and Turner Trade Qualification;
  • Must have 3 years' post trade experience in manufacturing environment servicing general mechanical equipment;
  • Further qualifications in the maintenance and operation of FMCG, automated production line and general mechanical equipment will be advantageous;
  • Experience in the maintenance of air conditioning, dust extraction, boiler, cooling water and compressor systems would be advantageous;
  • Excellent and clear communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Must be able to exercise patience, courage, problem solving and critical thinking.
  • Be able to collaborate and work across functional teams.

About Essity

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-being, provides meaning to everything we do. Working at Essity means a chance to improve well-being for people and opportunities to drive positive change for the society and the environment. As an employee at Essity, you will belong to an organization where you feel valued and supported to grow, and challenged to generate business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere.

Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us

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