Process Technician

3L Consulting (Pty) Ltd; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

3L Consulting (Pty) Ltd in Kempton Park seeks a Process Technician to monitor and optimise production, maintain quality and drive plant efficiency.

The role involves troubleshooting equipment, supporting routine maintenance, and training operators in preventive tasks to reduce downtime and improve reliability in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Qualifications

• Matric or an equivalent qualification.
• Mechanical Trade.
• At least three years’ experience in an FMCG manufacturing-process environment.
• Practical experience in production-process monitoring and optimisation.
• Ability to troubleshoot operational or equipment-related problems and recommend solutions.
• Experience with production changeovers and process improvement.
• Understanding of root-cause analysis and corrective-action processes.
• Experience developing, maintaining or working with SOPs.
• Willingness to work outside normal working hours and perform standby duties when required.

Responsibilities

• Train operators in basic preventive and autonomous maintenance activities.
• Monitor production processes and help ensure that daily production targets are achieved.
• Support consistent product quality and improved operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to optimise production processes and equipment performance.
• Promote quality control and continuous improvement practices aimed at reducing production defects.
• Oversee and manage production changeovers to minimise downtime and improve efficiency.
• Develop and deliver training on SMED techniques.
• Facilitate daily root-cause analysis and problem-solving sessions.
• Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Provide support to maintenance and safety initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Hands-on

Communication

Leadership

Integrity

Decision making

Initiative

Delegation

Organization

Education

Matric or equivalent

Mechanical Trade

Job description

Reporting To: Technical Manager

Role Overview

An established manufacturing organisation is seeking a capable Process Technician to monitor and optimise production processes, maintain product quality and support improved plant efficiency.

The successful candidate will troubleshoot equipment and process-related problems, support routine maintenance activities and work closely with Production Supervisors and the Maintenance team to identify and implement practical process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Training and Development

  • Support the ongoing development and upskilling of production team members.

  • Ensure that employee training remains aligned with operational requirements and relevant industry practices.

  • Train operators in basic preventive and autonomous maintenance activities.

  • Help operators develop the skills required to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.

• Production Performance and Quality

  • Monitor production processes and help ensure that daily production targets are achieved.

  • Support consistent product quality and improved operational efficiency.

  • Identify opportunities to optimise production processes and equipment performance.

  • Promote quality control and continuous improvement practices aimed at reducing production defects.

• Changeovers and SMED

  • Oversee and manage production changeovers to minimise downtime and improve efficiency.

  • Develop and deliver training on Single-Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) techniques.

  • Assist operators in performing faster and more effective changeovers.

• Root-Cause Analysis and Problem-Solving

  • Facilitate daily root-cause analysis and problem-solving sessions based on issues raised during Daily Operations Meetings.

  • Investigate recurring equipment, process and quality problems.

  • Develop and implement appropriate corrective actions.

  • Troubleshoot problems and present practical solutions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Documentation and SOPs

  • Maintain accurate and current operational information.

  • Develop, review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

  • Ensure that operating documentation reflects changes to processes and accepted working practices.

• Safety, Maintenance and Operational Support

  • Support routine maintenance and equipment troubleshooting activities.

  • Promote a safe, productive and environmentally responsible working environment.

  • Work closely with Production and Maintenance teams to improve plant efficiency and equipment performance.

  • Provide support outside normal working hours and participate in standby duties when required.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric or an equivalent qualification.

• Mechanical Trade.

• At least three years’ experience in an FMCG manufacturing-process environment.

• Practical experience in production-process monitoring and optimisation.

• Ability to troubleshoot operational or equipment-related problems and recommend solutions.

• Experience with production changeovers and process improvement.

• Understanding of root-cause analysis and corrective-action processes.

• Experience developing, maintaining or working with SOPs.

• Willingness to work outside normal working hours and perform standby duties when required.

Skills and Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

• A practical, hands-on approach.

• Good communication and leadership skills.

• High levels of integrity and sound judgement.

• The ability to make decisions under pressure.

• Initiative, energy and self-motivation.

• The ability to delegate effectively and develop team members.

• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, pressurised manufacturing environment.

The Offer

A competitive, market-related cost-to-company package will be offered, based on the successful candidate’s qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.