Role Overview:

Gig Engineer is seeking a Process PET Technician to be based in Philippi, Western Cape, on behalf of its client.

Purpose Statement

• Ensure production equipment is in good operating condition and well-maintained.
• Ensure correct setting of the machine. Do fault analysis in case of malfunction or rejection.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Main Outputs and Responsibilities for this Position (please provide a short description under each heading/output)

Technical

• Identify, report and rectify all technical areas of concern on assigned production equipment (machines, moulds, etc.)

• Have an in-depth understanding of

o Product and its quality criteria

o Process (material feeding and drying, injection moulding, reheat stretch blow

moulding and injection blow moulding)

o In-depth knowledge of all equipment, detailed for assigned equipment

o Mould installation

o technical principles and drawings (e.g. assemblies and spare part finding, pneumatic, hydraulic, electric)

• Fault analysis and problem solving

o Independently do fault analysis and problem solving in case of (teamwork as

needed)

· Product quality, processing issues

· Mould issues

· machine malfunction (mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic/electric)

o Recognise and report problems to the Maintenance Manager & Production Manager on equipment other than the assigned equipment

• Maintenance

o Independently develop maintenance plans and checklists (teamwork as needed)

o Ensure maintenance is done at required intervals according to the plans. Collaborate with quality teams to uphold high-quality standards across all operations.

· By yourself

· By service suppliers as agreed by the Maintenance Manager & Production Manager

· Document maintenance according to the plans

· Spares

o Identify spares needed for assigned equipment

· In general

· As a preventative measure identified during maintenance checks

Machine Setting

• Independently develop machine settings (teamwork as needed)

• Set and check that machines are correctly set for each run

• document settings and setting adjustments centrally

• If needed (for fault finding, etc.), the technician is allowed to temporarily run the machine with a bridged safety switch while present at the machine. He must be aware of the risk that comes with such action, and it is his responsibility to ensure he does not get himself or others into dangerous situations. He must ensure he takes the right precautions (e.g. know the movements of the machine; special PPE like a face shield, etc.) for such actions. He is also responsible for ensuring that nobody else (e.g. packer) gets close to or into the “unsafe” area of such a machine.

Management

• Liaise with Maintenance Manager & Production Manager (in charge) to ensure machine availability vs. major maintenance intervals

• Have an overview of what needs to be done and report to the Maintenance Manager & Production Manager

• Give completion dates and fulfil tasks required by the Maintenance Manager & Production Manager

• Ensure sound relationships and communication with internal work-related staff (QC, Production, etc.) and external (Bowler Plastics Toolroom, Technical department, suppliers, etc.)

• Strive for improvement, research, and make suggestions

Administration (job)

• Log jobs performed

• Analyse Defect Register together with Maintenance Manager & Production Manager to improve production results

• Contact external suppliers as agreed with Maintenance Manager & Production Manager to assist in solving problems (quotes on service, spare parts, etc.)

• Spares

To have an overview of the existing stock of equipment

o Spare part analysis (= keep stock vs. source at breakdown)

· Likelihood of wear/breakage vs. cost vs. delivery time

o report parts needed to Maintenance Manager & Production Manager and assist in the decision to have on stock or source at breakdown

Health and Safety

• Ensure and enforce that aspects in the area of responsibility conform to Health and Safety requirements

• Maintain housekeeping standards in the area of responsibility (e.g. ensure cleanliness of assigned machines and areas

• Work safely and report on safety hazards or issues

• Report any accidents, incidents and near misses

Food (Product) Safety

• Food safety standards are site-specific, and at these sites, employees should:

o Apply the site’s food safety principles and standards

o Report any food safety hazards or issues to your Supervisor/Manager

o Comply with and maintain all GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) in relation to the Company’s FSMS (Food Safety Management System)

Quality

• Apply the company’s quality principles and standards

• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Reporting and Administration

• All reports and administration related to the position

General

• Ensure the team knows what to do and where to find information if you are not available

• Inform yourself about and apply the company's principles and standards

• Set an example, be a role model for your team and others in the way you work and behave

Self-development and Growth

• Realistic assessment of own strengths and development areas, and undertake actions to address weaknesses

JOB EVALUATION CRITERIA

A) Knowledge and Skills

· Grade 12

· Bachelor’s degree / Advanced Diploma in Mechanical engineering,

Experience

Minimum of 5 years’ relevant setting experience in a manufacturing environment

B) Competencies

Knowledge Skills

• Sound understanding of drawings

• Fundamentals of fault finding and equipment testing

• Sound knowledge on H&S and safe working procedures

• Installation of parts & related equipment

• Fault finding and problem solving

• Good communication skills

• Ability to act decisively and urgently

• Ability to work under pressure

• High level of emotional intelligence & interpersonal skills

Other Special Requirements

• Experience in Injection blow/ stretch blow moulding processes.

• Passionate to progress a career in Packaging and PET Processing for the future with an appreciation of environmental concerns and impacts.

C) Decision Making

• Able to make good business-aligned decisions whilst maintaining quality control standards, practices & procedures in line with defined and communicated authority and as per instructions

D) Accountability

• Responsible for all activities linked to the position as defined

• Ensures that the structure for escalation of responsibility is effective

E) Communication

• Ensure transparent, responsive, and open communication between colleagues

Application Process

Interested candidates can apply directly to the job ad or by submitting their CV and a summary of relevant experience with the role title in the subject line to: tavonga@gigengineer.io.

Depending on the response, we may not be able to respond individually to all applicants; therefore, if you have not received a response within four weeks from your submission date, please consider your application unsuccessful.