Production Technician

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Training and development opportunities

Scenic Mossel Bay location

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, is seeking a Production Technician to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot production machinery. The role focuses on keeping production lines running smoothly, safely, and within quality standards at our Mossel Bay facility.

The successful candidate will have strong mechanical skills, familiarity with production processes, and a commitment to operational performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Technician or in a similar manufacturing role.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Ability to operate and maintain various types of production machinery.
• Understanding of production processes and quality control principles.
• Familiarity with health and safety procedures in a manufacturing environment.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Basic computer literacy.
• A relevant technical qualification or trade certificate is advantageous.
• Flexibility to work shifts if required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery and equipment according to standard operating procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues that may arise during the production process.
• Monitor production output and quality, making adjustments as necessary to meet targets.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Assist in the setup and changeover of production lines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with supervisors and other team members to ensure efficient production flow.
• Record production data and report any operational issues or malfunctions.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of new equipment and processes.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Teamwork and independence

Education

Technical qualification or trade certificate

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic manufacturing company located in Mossel Bay, Western Cape , is looking for a dedicated and skilled Production Technician to join their operational team. This role is hands-on and involves operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting various production machinery and equipment. The Production Technician will be responsible for ensuring that production processes run smoothly, efficiently, and safely, meeting output targets while upholding quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, experience with production equipment, and a commitment to maintaining a high level of operational performance in the Mossel Bay, Western Cape facility. This position offers a chance to be part of an innovative company that values its employees and invests in their professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery and equipment according to standard operating procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues that may arise during the production process.
• Monitor production output and quality, making adjustments as necessary to meet targets.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Assist in the setup and changeover of production lines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with supervisors and other team members to ensure efficient production flow.
• Record production data and report any operational issues or malfunctions.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of new equipment and processes.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Production Technician or in a similar manufacturing role.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Ability to operate and maintain various types of production machinery.
• Understanding of production processes and quality control principles.
• Familiarity with health and safety procedures in a manufacturing environment.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Basic computer literacy.
• A relevant technical qualification or trade certificate is advantageous.
• Flexibility to work shifts if required.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunity to work in the scenic region of Mossel Bay, Western Cape .
• Exposure to diverse manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Training and development opportunities.
• A supportive team environment.