Ladysmith: Millwright posted by Defy Appliances

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Trade Tested Millwright Artisan with proven experience in maintenance of manufacturing equipment and supporting operations. (Refrigeration, FMCG, Plastics, Metal pressing, paint process) Have Matric with Mathematics, Physical Sciences or N3 in the relevant electro-mechanical technical field, Minimum of 3 years experience in working with machinery and equipment. PLC, automated and robotic systems/ equipment experience is beneficial. Must be able to read and understand electrical drawings and use for troubleshooting. Have a good grasp and well able to work on and troubleshoot electrical power transmission and machine control systems, single phase, 3 phase systems and DC systems. Have good mechanical aptitude and experience of operations and maintenance of machinery in automated processes. Able to troubleshoot control systems, setup and replace ac motor drives. Working experience on operation and maintenance of hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems and geared drive systems. Be hands-on and able to work in a pressurized environment. Have good interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and able to use own initiative, excellent temperament, and problem-solving attitude. Be self-motivated and a team player. Work shifts on weekly rotational basis to cover 24 hours per day. Have good communication skills Required to have your own full set of mechanical and electrical tools and electrical test meters. REPORTING Maintenance Specialist KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Report of all work and activities to the Maintenance Superintendent. Complete daily job cards and reports timeously. Responsible for effective operation of all machinery and equipment at the factory. Responsible to complete jobs timeously under minimal supervision. Repair breakdowns on mechanical and electrical equipment to reduce production stoppage time. Work on and troubleshoot electrical power transmission systems, single phase, 3 phase systems, and DC motors and systems. Perform planned and preventative maintenance work. Create a working list of spare parts and other requirements and make requisitions from the maintenance superintendent. Daily handovers and feedback recording in logbooks. Perform all TPM related activities as delegated and required. Ensure safety compliance, compliance to company policies and related instructions. Safe operation and use of lifting equipment, cranes and forklifts.