Maintenance Shift Technician (Manufacturing)
- Posted 5 hours ago
- Apply Before: April 30, 2026
- Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa View on Map
Job Detail
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Job ID 1657
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Male
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Qualifications Certificate
Job Description
Responsible for maintaining and repairing production machinery, ensuring operational efficiency, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This role combines technical fault-finding, preventative maintenance, and compliance with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to minimize downtime.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults.
- Respond to breakdowns and conduct root cause analysis (RCA).
- Support installation and commissioning of new machinery.
- Maintain accurate records using CMMS systems.
- Ensure compliance with OHSA, SANS, ISO 9001, and IATF 16949 standards.
- Drive Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvements and support lean initiatives such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, and 6S.
- Provide standby support and work shifts as required.
- Train and mentor junior staff and machine operators.
Requirements
- Trade-tested Artisan (Millwright, Electrician, or Fitter & Turner) or National Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
- 3–5 years’ experience in injection moulding and extrusion maintenance within automotive or FMCG manufacturing.
- Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
- Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting.
- Valid driver’s license and own transport.
- Willingness to work shifts and provide standby support.