Apprentice Fitter and Turner

1 week ago

GaRankuwa Gauteng, South Africa Universal Paper and Plastics Full time R84 000 - R96 000 per year

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION

To ensure that that all machines and equipment are kept in a good and reliable condition, for maximum production and lowest downtime. Overall responsibility is the mechanical maintenance and repairs in the Roll, Serviette, and Ink Factories so that they are well managed and that the support to the operational areas is sustained at an appropriate level to reduce downtime, minimize maintenance costs and ensure optimal asset life. Will be required to be available after hours and perform standby duties as and when the situation calls for it.

JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and Productivity

Ensure that maintenance on machines, equipment and buildings are performed on a continuous basis and to the right quality standard.

Responsible for shutdown work and mechanical maintenance on machines.

Responsible for permanent corrective actions in the event of breakdowns.

Developing inventory lists and ensuring spares are made available.

Attend to breakdowns on machines as soon as possible.

Develop and execute preventative maintenance schedules on mechanical equipment.

Assist in changeovers of major machinery parts such as embossers, folding cylinders, etc

Perform effective troubleshooting to identify hazards or malfunctions and repair or replace parts as needed

To be involved in new projects and implementation.

Centrifugal pump stripping, repair and replacement including bearing and seal replacement as well as occasional machining of shafts and sleeves.

Gearbox stripping, repair and replacement including bearing and seal replacement as well as occasional machining of shafts and sleeves.

Roll repair and replacement including bearing and seal replacement as well as occasional machining of shafts and sleeves.

Multi-stage pump stripping, repair and replacement including bear and seal replacement.

Motor fitting and alignment including pulley and belt fitting.

Any other general maintenance tasks that a qualified artisan could reasonably be expected to fulfil.

Quality

To actively participate in the operation's ISO systems

To ensure that all machines and equipment are in good working order to prevent quality defects.

To ensure that workmanship is of a high calibre preventing rework and unnecessary downtime.

Subordination

The apprentice will not be permitted to carry out any maintenance work without the supervision of a qualified artisan

The apprentice is not permitted to sign off any safety or work permits

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of N2 in trade theory

Understand basic Health and Safety protocols

Must have workshop or institutional training

Job Types: Temporary, Learnership

Contract length: 8000 months

Pay: R7 500,00 - R8 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

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