Assistant PU Caster

FLSmidth; Victor Khanye Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 150 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company located in Victor Khanye Local Municipality is seeking an Assistant PU Caster to operate polyurethane casting machines and support associated processes. The ideal candidate should have a Grade 12 or N3 qualification and at least 2 years of experience in a workshop or manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include maintaining quality standards, performing equipment maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role offers an opportunity to work in a diverse team committed to making a sustainable impact.

Benefits

Diverse workplace environment

Commitment to equal opportunity

Ongoing training and support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a workshop or manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support polyurethane casting operations.
• Read and interpret basic engineering drawings.
• Inspect finished products against drawings.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance.
• Comply with safety, health, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Ability to read basic measurements

Teamwork

Reliability

Self-discipline

Education

Grade 12 or N3 qualification

Tools

Measuring equipment

Polyurethane casting machines

Job description

Overview

Title: Assistant PU Caster

Job Location: Delmas

Do you want to make a difference in the world and contribute to a sustainable future?

We believe we can develop the technology and gain the know-how to make a difference. It’s a big responsibility, and we are committed to making an impactful positive change. We need your skills, curiosity, and drive for change to fulfil our goal. Together, we enable our customers to produce the materials and technology needed for a better future. Come see the FLSmidth difference.

Department

You will be part of the Europe, Middle East and Africa regions and mining team. By joining this team, you will have the chance to work in a multinational organization and in an environment involving different cultures and different challenges.

Your responsibilities

• Operate and support polyurethane casting operations, including machine setup, mixing, pouring, de-moulding, post-curing, fettling, and storage of finished products.


• Read and interpret basic engineering drawings and product specifications to ensure correct manufacturing.


• Use appropriate measuring equipment, tools, and consumables to meet quality and production requirements.


• Operate polyurethane casting machines and related equipment, including grinders, drills, and hand tools.


• Inspect finished products against drawings and samples to ensure specifications and quality standards are met.


• Perform basic equipment maintenance, quality checks, and attend to breakdown-related work.


• Maintain accurate records of scrap, dispose of waste correctly, and report quality or process issues to the supervisor.


• Plan work activities to meet production timelines and delivery targets.


• Maintain a clean, organised work area and care for company equipment and facilities.


• Comply with company procedures, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, SHEQ standards, and all safety, health, and environmental regulations.


• Conduct risk assessments, participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings, and promote a safe working environment.


• Assist with training and support of apprentices or other team members when required.

What you bring

• Grade 12 or N3 qualification.


• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a workshop or manufacturing environment.


• Basic mechanical aptitude with an interest in manufacturing or workshop work.


• Ability to read basic measurements and simple drawings.


• Self-disciplined, reliable, and able to follow instructions.


• Able to work well as part of a team.


• Will ingness to work shifts and overtime when required.

What we offer

As an equal opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply – the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is. In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly request that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, number of children, and photograph from your application materials.

Kindly note that we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on an ongoing basis so please apply as soon as possible.

Other

All suitable candidates shall be subject to a personal suitability check which shall include but not be limited to a criminal record check, citizenship check, qualification verification and employment verification.

About FLSmidth

FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to customers in the mining and cement industries – for more information please visit FLSmidth.com/careers

All applications are to be done via Workday