Senior Production Technician

Datafin; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of technology and automation solutions is searching for a passionate Technician to join their dynamic Production team in the aerospace manufacturing sector. The successful candidate will engage in assembly, testing, and implementation of electronic systems while ensuring compliance with quality standards. This role requires a B-Tech or Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering along with relevant experience and skills in problem-solving.

Qualifications

• 4 to 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Ability to learn fast and absorb new information quickly.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Take a senior role in assembly, testing, design, and implementation of systems.
• Manage stores and stock in alignment with AS9100 standards.
• Collaborate with the Quality Manager for formal quality inspections.

Skills

Familiarity with electronic components

Soldering

Problem-solving

Education

B-Tech Degree / Advanced Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Job description

ENVIRONMENT:

Our client, a well-established and highly respected provider of technology and automation solutions, is looking for an exceptional and passionate Technician to join their dynamic Production team. The successful candidate will be part of a hands-on production environment, contributing to various processes within the aerospace manufacturing sector. This role requires a B-Tech Degree or Advanced Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, along with familiarity with electronic components, printed circuit boards (PCBs), and soldering techniques.

DUTIES:

• Take a senior role in the assembly, testing, design, development, implementation, and verification of systems, subsystems, testers, and associated software, hardware, and algorithms related to the Employer’s products and services.
• Contribute towards outputs for specific projects, including all design, documentation, and verification artefacts.
• Take responsibility for the proper implementation and functionality of the Employer’s prototyping and assembly facilities, including tooling, spares, stock, and infrastructure. Maintain company processes and systems in line with ISO 9001, AS9100, and other applicable quality, production, and development standards.
• Manage stores and stock in alignment with AS9100 standards, ensuring all materials and components are organized, safely stored, and properly accounted for.
• Conduct incoming inspections of components to verify quality, quantity, and authenticity, ensuring each part is accurately documented within the ERP system.
• Collaborate with the Quality Manager to perform formal quality inspections on electronic and mechanical components, ensuring compliance with AS9100 standards and product specifications.
• Play a role in generating project outputs, including design, testing, documentation, production, and verification artefacts.
• Implement the company’s system engineering processes, plans, and policies as applicable to specific projects.
• Perform minor support roles within the company, as required.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• B-Tech Degree / Advanced Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

Required Skills and Experience

• 4 to 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Familiarity with electronic components, PCBs, and soldering.

Recommended Skills and Experience

• Electronic production.
• Electromechanical integration.
• Electronic testing.
• Integration testing.
• Product qualification and stress testing.
• Production procurement.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Ability to learn fast and absorb new information quickly;.
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate on large projects;
• Ability to work independently;
• Strong problem-solving skills; and

High standard of communication skills in English (both verbal and written).

While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Desired Skills:

• Senior
• Production
• Technician