Inplant Technician

Sun Chemical; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading producer of packaging solutions is seeking a skilled Inplant Technician in Durban. The role involves supporting production processes, ensuring equipment maintenance, and providing technical assistance to meet quality standards. Candidates should have proven experience in a manufacturing environment, strong technical skills, and knowledge of safety protocols. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development in an innovative global company.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for professional development

Dynamic work environment

Experience with a global leader

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in printing, inks, or related industries.
• Strong technical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of safety standards and environmental protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the setup, calibration, and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• Monitor production processes to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize processes and improve productivity.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork skills

Understanding of color

Job description

About The Organization

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Inplant Technician to join our team in Durban. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting our inplant operations, ensuring the smooth running of production processes, maintaining equipment, and providing technical support to meet quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the setup, calibration, and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• Moving barrels and colour matching.
• Monitor production processes to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize processes and improve productivity.
• Support training of staff on equipment operation and safety protocols.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably in printing, inks, or related industries.
• Good understanding of colour.
• Strong technical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of safety standards and environmental protocols.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.
• The chance to work with an innovative global leader in the industry.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.