PET Process Technician Philippi

Watershed Consulting; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in South Africa is looking for a PET Process Technician. The ideal candidate will ensure that production equipment operates efficiently and meet quality standards. Responsibilities include conducting fault analysis, developing maintenance plans, and collaborating with various teams. Applicants should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a degree in Mechanical Engineering. This is a key role that requires strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant setting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Injection blow/stretch blow moulding processes.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety and safe working procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production equipment is in good operating conditions.
• Identify, report, and rectify all technical areas of concern.
• Log jobs performed and work on defect analysis.

Skills

Fault finding

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree / Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Secondary Education Grade 12

Job description

1. POSITION DETAIL :

Ensure production equipment is in good operating conditions and well maintained. Ensure correct setting of machine. Do fault analysis in case of malfunction or rejects.

Position PET Process Technician

2. POSITION DESCRIPTION

Main Outputs and Responsibilities for this Position (please provide a short description under each heading / output)

Technical

Identify, report and rectify all technical areas of concern on assigned production equipment (machines, moulds, etc.)

Have an in-depth understanding of o Product and its quality criteria

Process (material feeding and drying, injection moulding, reheat stretch blow moulding and injection blow moulding)

In Depth knowledge of all equipment, detailed for assigned equipment

Mould installation o Technical principles and drawings (e.g. assemblies and spare part finding, pneumatic, hydraulic, electric)

Fault analysis and problem solving o Independently do fault analysis and problem solving in case of (teamwork as needed)

Product quality, processing issues Mould issues machine malfunction (mechanic / hydraulic / pneumatic / electric)

Maintenance

Independently develop maintenance plans and check lists (teamwork as needed)

Ensure maintenance is done at required intervals according to the plan

Collaborate with quality teams to uphold high-quality standards across all operations.

By yourself By service suppliers as agreed by Maintenance Manager & Production Manager Document maintenance according to the plans

Spares o Identify spares needed for assigned equipment

In general As a preventative measure identified during maintenance checks

Machine Setting

Independently develop machine settings (teamwork as needed)

Set and check that machines are correctly set for each run

document settings and setting adjustments centrally

If needed (for fault finding, etc.) the technician is allowed to temporarily run the machine with bridged safety switch, while present at the machine. He must be aware of the risk that comes with such action and it is his responsibility to ensure he does not get himself or others into dangerous situations. He must ensure he takes the right precautions (e.g. know the movements of the machine; special PPE like face shield, etc.) for such actions. He is also responsible for ensuring that nobody else (e.g. packer) gets close to or into the unsafe area of such machine.

Management

Liaise with Maintenance Manager & Production Manager (in charge) to ensure machine availability vs. major maintenance intervals

Have an overview what needs to be done and report to Maintenance Manager & Production Manager

Give completion dates and fulfill tasks required by Maintenance Manager & Production Manager

Ensure sound relationships and communication with internal work-related staff (QC, Production, etc.) and external (Bowler Plastics Toolroom, Technical department, suppliers, etc.)

Strive for improvement, research and make suggestions Administration (job)

Log jobs performed

Analyse Defect Register together with Maintenance Manager & Production Manager to improve production result

Contact external suppliers as agreed with Maintenance Manager & Production Manager to assist in solving problems (quotes on service, spare parts, etc.)

Spares o have an overview of existing stock for equipment o Spare part analysis (= keep stock vs. source at breakdown)

Likelihood of wear / breakage vs. cost vs. delivery time o report parts needed to Maintenance Manager & Production Manager and

assist in decision to have on stock or source at breakdown

Health and Safety

Ensure and enforce that aspects in area of responsibility conform to Health and safety requirements

Maintain housekeeping standards in area of responsibility (e.g. ensure cleanliness of assigned machines and areas

Work safely and report on safety hazards or issues

Report any accidents, incidents and near misses Food (Product) Safety

Food safety standards are site specific and at these sites employees should : o Apply the site’s food safety principles and standards o Report any food safety hazards or issues to your Supervisor / Manager o Comply to and maintain all GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) in relation to the Company’s FSMS (Food Safety Management System)

Quality

Apply the company’s quality principles and standards Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Reporting and Administration

All reports and administration related to the position General

Ensure team knows what to do and where to find information if you are not available

Inform yourself about and apply the company's principles and standards Set an example, be a role model for your team and others in the way you work and behave Self-development and Growth

Realistic assessment of own strengths and development areas and undertake actions to address weaknesses

Keep abreast of innovation and technical improvements for further self-development and the development of the company

Keep contact to your key suppliers and discuss with them o Read operator manuals of machines o Read literature that has to do with your position (e.g. on the internet, Google etc.)

Teamwork and co-operation

Self-Management

Leadership and interpersonal relationship

Product and service quality

JOB EVALUATION CRITERIA

A) Knowledge and Skills

Secondary Education Grade 12

Tertiary Education (including Diplomas, Certificates and Degrees)

Bachelor’s degree / Advanced Diploma in Mechanical engineering,

Experience Minimum of 5 years’ relevant setting experience in a manufacturing environment

B) Competencies

Knowledge Skills

Sound understanding of drawings Fundamentals of fault finding and

equipment testing Sound knowledge on H&S and safe

working procedures

Installation of parts & related equipment

Fault finding and problem solving

Good communication skills

Ability to act decisively and urgently

Ability to work under pressure

High level of emotional intelligence & interpersonal skills

Other Special Requirements

Experience in Injection blow / stretch blow moulding processes.

Passionate to progress a career into Packaging and PET Processing for the future with an appreciation of the environment concerns and impacts.

C) Decision Making

Able to make good business aligned decisions whilst maintaining quality control standards, practices & procedures in line with defined and communicated authority and as per instructions

D) Accountability

Responsible for all activities linked to position as defined

Ensures that the structure for escalation of responsibility is effective

E) Communication

Ensure transparent, responsive, and open communication between colleagues

• Skillset Required : Cco, Ceo, Clo, Cro, Ability To Work Under Pressure, Fault Find, Vat, Education, Erp, Ned, Manufacturing, Accountability, Teamwork, Interpersonal Skill, Scala, Leadership, Communication Skill, Problem Solving, Manufacturing Practice, Pneumatic, Good Manufacturing Practice, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Drawings, Decision Making