Artisan
Heineken
- Stellenbosch, Western Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
Immediate Superior: Jean Jolie
Location: Stellenbosch
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 109315
Closing Date: 26/04/2024Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position to be based in Packaging at Adam Tas, Stellenbosch. The successful candidate will report to the Engineering Specialist.Key performance areas include, but are not limited to:
- Maintaining machines and equipment to ensure the efficient performance of the production lines in the attainment of production plans.
- Measuring and improving ME and reliability.
- Reducing all breakdowns and unplanned downtime on the production lines.
- Supervising machine and equipment operation.
- Support in executing effective production, safety, and housekeeping.
- Starting, operating, shutting-down and change-over of machines and equipment in line with the prescribed quality standards.
- Performing stand-in duties for the Machine Specialist and the Engineering Specialist when required.
- Performing and overseeing all preventative maintenance and work arising tasks on assigned production equipment/lines.
- Perform related administration.
- Active participation in morning meetings and best practices (Filler/ Maintenance) rolled out on site.
- A minimum of 5 years engineering/ maintenance/ manufacturing experience in FMCG.
- Relevant experience as an Artisan, preferably within a high-speed packaging environment.
- Experience in Canning will be advantageous.
- Competence in the use of the Microsoft Office package (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook).
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Must have the aptitude and desire to develop as a Machine Specialist / Engineering Specialist
- Must be a self-starter, team player and display leadership qualities.
- Must be able and willing to work shifts and extended hours (compressed working week & overtime) when required.
- Ability to cope with the inherent physical demands of the position.
- Proven problem-solving skills is required for this role.
- Must have reliable transport to and from work.
- Technical qualification with a completed mechanical related trade test certificate (Fitter and Turner/Turner/Millwright).