Bottling Line Technician & Maintenance Specialist

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa; Tzaneen; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa is seeking a Millwright/Mechatronics technician to operate and monitor the bottling line in a FMCG environment. You will perform first-line maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure line efficiency and product quality, following GMP and 5S standards.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years of experience with high-speed packaging equipment, a mechanical/electrical/mechatronic Diploma or artisan qualification, and familiarity with bottling processes and food safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3 to 4 years production and technical experience in manufacturing or production.
• Proven ability to operate and maintain high-speed packaging or processing equipment.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP and food safety standards.
• Knowledge of bottling processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production and bottling line machinery in accordance with SOPs and safety standards.
• Execute planned, corrective, and complex repair tasks (Millwright/Mechatronics scope).
• Conduct routine equipment checks, basic maintenance and first-line troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Perform maintenance tasks according to the maintenance schedule and carry out all first-line maintenance and repairs to ensure equipment reliability is maintained optimally.
• Collaborate with the Process Artisans and Production Process Controller to ensure consistent product quality and line efficiency.
• Record and report production data, machine performance and any anomalies throughout the production process.

Skills

Mechatronics

Troubleshooting

Packaging equipment

Bottling processes

Data capture

Education

Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering

Qualified Artisan (Millwright/Mechatronics)

Tools

Filler systems

Labeler systems

Capper systems

Packer systems

Conveyor systems

Job description

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa is seeking a Millwright/Mechatronics technician to operate and monitor the bottling line in a FMCG environment. You will perform first-line maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure line efficiency and product quality, following GMP and 5S standards.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years of experience with high-speed packaging equipment, a mechanical/electrical/mechatronic Diploma or artisan qualification, and familiarity with bottling processes and food safety standards.