Specialist Artisan at RCL Foods

Job Description    

• This specific position that we are recruiting for sits in the SIQALO Foods business, a subsidiary of Remgro and the sister company of RCL FOODS
• SIQALO Foods is seeking Specialist Artisan to join our Foods Division. The role will be based in Boksburg and report to the Engineering Superintendent.
• The purpose of this role is to provide multidisciplinary engineering and operations skills to ensure general maintenance is carried out within prescribed guidelines. The responsibility of the role includes installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical and mechanical plant machinery, equipment, and fixtures. It also consists of ensuring that work is in accordance with relevant codes of practice and standards. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Completed N4 and relevant Trade Test Mechanical/ Electrical/Millwright
• A minimum of 6 years of experience is required
• Experience with high-speed packaging machinery and processing plant will be an advantage
• Driver’s license essential
• Flexible to work shifts
• To be willing to do the required stand-by duty

Duties & Responsibilities    

Leadership

• Management of time and attendance for artisans in the area of responsibility.
• Management of the day-to-day activities and outputs of all team members across 3 shifts. Monitors KPIs and implements corrective actions.
• Train and mentor the team to improve performance and reduce downtime.
• Drives company behaviors, beliefs, and morale within the team.
• Supports and advises the operators around responsibility for the execution of their tasks.
• Plan and manage leave roster.
• Performs work inspections and checks for completeness of tasks and compliance with legislative, SHEQ, and in-house maintenance procedures.
• In conjunction with Maintenance Planner and Superintendent, determines material, equipment, and supplies.
• Gives input into the feasibility of projects by reviewing equipment and compatibility with installation. 
• Gives input into Capex planning.
• Gives input into annual factory shutdown planning.
• Participate in problem-solving. Must be able to handle/understand problems encountered with machinery and find a solution with urgency.

Repairs and Maintenance

• To ensure efficient and cost-effective maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Focuses on assembling, installing, testing, inspecting, and maintaining the use of hand tools and power tools.
• To be proactive in identifying potential faults/breakdowns before they occur. by Inspecting instruments and electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards and defects.
• Diagnoses and interprets problems (fault finding) to optimize production output and carry out plant repairs.
• Makes recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Involved in WCM activities.
• Ensures that service levels are maintained at the required standards by carrying out all breakdown, preventative, and predictive maintenance effectively.
• Drive breakdown reductions by analysing breakdowns, complying with the PPM requirement, and implementing Continuous improvements
• Participates in strategic engineering plans to deliver maintenance and breakdown reduction benefits (RCM).
• Identifies the major engineering losses in his area and investigates using Kaizen problem-solving methodology. (Fishbone, 5 Why, etc.)
• Draws up, coaches and develops engineering skills for other maintenance and operational staff using OPL and SOPs.
• Communicate outstanding job cards to Engineering Superintendent and Engineering Maintenance Planner.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools. Locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.

Storage and Maintenance of Tools

• Monitor that power tools, hand tools, and maintenance equipment are kept in good working condition and stored safely.
• Report broken tools/equipment to the Engineering Superintendent and Engineering Maintenance Planner.
• Perform duties as per requirements to eliminate downtime or eliminate hazards/safety issues.
• Ensure that all tools are kept safe and in good working condition as well as update the tool register.

General assistance to facilities staff

• Manage and maintain your own toolbox.
• Maintain workshop and storage areas.
• Cleaning of the premises after maintenance.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects and work.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping principles in the department at all times, including all equipment and surroundings. Ensure all unused items are removed from the operating area and stored correctly

Safety, Health. Environment, Risk, and Quality (SHEQ)

• Do risk assessment(s) in your own area of responsibility.
• Maintain a secure and safe working environment.
• Adhering to standard operating procedures, safe maintenance procedures, company policies and procedures, HACCP and safety, and health and environmental policies and procedures at all times.

Effective Teamwork and Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritizing, and self-development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not being met, and the potential risks thereof, and provide appropriate resolution.
• Manage colleagues' and employees’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate the willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.