Junior Yeast Plant Technician

Puratos; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Junior Yeast Plant Technician in Johannesburg. The role involves maintenance and troubleshooting of production line equipment while ensuring safety compliance. Candidates must have a Millwright qualification and relevant experience in an industrial environment, along with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Trade Qualification essential, preferably Millwright.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of production line equipment.
• Interpret control system software and read blueprints and maintenance logs.
• Work flexible hours including standby and travel as required.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Problem-solving skills

Safety orientation

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

Trade Qualification (Millwright preferred)

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Phoenix Contact

Unitronics

Job description

Job title : Junior Yeast Plant Technician

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : August 11, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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KEY ACCOUNTABLES

• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work and thrive under time constraints and juggle / prioritize responsibilities
• Must be able to read and interpret control system software.
• Knowledge on Rockwell Automation, Phoenix Contact and Unitronics is preferred. Any knowledge of PLC software programming is beneficial.
• Required to read as-built drawings, blueprints, maintenance logs, and electrical drawings.
• Must have a general knowledge of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting / repair.
• Ability to perform maintenance and repair of production line equipment.
• Versed in lock-out / tag-out procedures and possess a strong safety orientation mindset with demonstrated performance.
• Overtime hours may be required based on work demand. Candidate must be flexible with these hours.
• The candidate will be required to travel and be away from home as part of the normal duties
• The candidate will be required to work standby.
• The candidate must physically fit as the job may require occasionally lift and / or move heavy objects
• Other tasks assigned by manager

PROFILE

• Trade Qualification essential – preferably Millwright
• Valid driver’s licence is a requirement.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of manufacturing, facility, or industrial experience preferred, preferably in food manufacturing environment.
• Ability to demonstrate fundamental computer skills - Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, PowerPoint, Exce, Word).
• Must have good command of the English language, both written and verbal