Current Vacancies at Alstom

PURPOSE AND MISSION OF THE JOB:

Coordinates all activities related to own project scope (RS) or Production line (Compo), to secure the availability of parts for the production and the respect of the production planning.

KEY NETWORK & LINKS:

Internal:

• Manufacturing; Supply Chain Network; Projects Management, Engineering, Industrialization

External:

• Suppliers

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures that all activities related to own project/production line are completed in order to secure the smooth management of the Production Orders.
• Coordinates the internal related departments (Procurement, Quality, Incoming, Industrialization) in order to align the material availability to the date of need in production on a 2 weeks horizon,
• Provides the line-feeding priorities visibility to the logistics team in order to secure the production,
• Secures the internal production of sub-modules,
• Checks data accuracy related to the PBOM in collaboration with Logistics and Industrialization,
• Collaborates with quality to prioritize incoming inspection and quality issues priorities
• Contributes to the footprint updates needs with Logistics method
• Main contact for EPU Manager to provide visibility on Materials availability for task sequences
• Initiates the Production activities in alignment with the EPU Manager, converting planned (production) orders to (fixed) production orders.

TASKS:

• Maintain and update the visual production schedule. Monitor the progress and the performance with the line manager daily. Analyse the deviations with manufacturing, PME (Process and Manufacturing Engineering) and Quality, and propose recovery actions to catch-up the committed plan.
• Manage the complete information workflow, from Sales Order; Release of job, Production time recording, material dedication on the work order and organize the shipment process to the customer.
• Liaise and Communicate with customers regarding any deviation or late shipment. Inform the Planning Manager and the Supply Chain Manager of all those deviations
• Perform the levelling on short, medium- and long-term planning. The result of it will be communicated to the industrial planning manager for integration in the ERP.
• Coordinate the flow of materials to the shop floor by liaising with all necessary interfaces (sites, material planners, warehouse etc.)
• Tracking & Tracing of missing parts daily with the Material Planner and monitoring COGI with the ERP team
• Perform work with a constant awareness of improving processes, reducing cost as necessary for growth.
• Contribute to minimize the product throughput time and maintain optimum level inventory.
• Ensure Unit On Time delivery to the customer. Update the MPS file timeously.
• Monitor WIP in the shop floor and ensure production adhere to MPS requirement.
• Follow up on all customer deliveries complaints and assist with closing the NCR
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently & to work independently.

MAJOR KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• MPS Accuracy (release and close work orders on time)
• Unit on time delivery to customers
• Quality and cost achievements versus target
• COGI Management
• TECO WIP Ageing Management
• Work order management (Qliksense / COOIS)

BUSINESS UNDERSTANDING AND DESIRED KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

Educational Requirements

• Recognised National Diploma/ Degree in Supply chain management or any equivalent qualification.

Knowledge / Experience/ Behavioural Competencies:

• 3 - 5 years relevant experience.
• Experience in rail industry will be an added advantage
• SAP (GSI) and Microsoft Office
• Dealing with Complexity & Deadline-Oriented

PROFILE:

• Strong Industrial background
• ERP knowledge
• Collaboration and commitment.
• Strong communication, negotiation & leadership skills.
• Active team player, deadline driven, process driven.

CLOSING DATE:  24 JUNE 2023

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Purpose of the Job:

• To supply the project with materials and parts necessary to complete the maintenance of trains and projects and help achieve the customers expected OTIF.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering.
• 3 Years experience working in a maintenance environment.
• Working knowledge of Material requirement planning and inventory control system.
• Knowledge of store/warehouse management.
• Supply Chain expertise, working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP) with special regards to modules used for management of the Supply Chain.
• MS Office literate: (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities:

• Execute TSSSA Material planning and Inventory strategies in coordination with Industrialization and Operations.
• Define parts typology (based on ABC, variability, business type...etc) for defining planning tactics and to support Line replenishment.
• Define and set-up MRP parameters to implement material planning strategies.
• Participate in the Engineering Change committee – guarantee proper plan of material changes.
• Analyze Inventory content for correcting planning strategies.
• Support finance for inventory depreciation calculation.
• Implement and manage improvement plan in regard of Inventory reduction.
• Measure performance in material planning (material availability) and inventories.

Closing Date: 26 June 2023

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The purpose of the job is to Manage all the manufacturing activities for a project(s) of an EPU (Elementary Production Unit) including the responsibilities linked to the position as hierarchical manager for all the operators of the manufacturing organization who belong to the EPU.  The Work Centre Manager plans, organises, directs, and controls the manufacturing activities within environment including end to end people management.

Internal
On a Site Project representatives of Project management/
Engineering/PME

• Sourcing
• Supply Chain
• Quality
• Site representatives of HR/EHS/APSYS/Finance

External

• Contractors
• Suppliers
• Customers

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES
Strategic Objectives:

• Understand how the organization works in all aspects.
• Support any project, co-ordinate any required activity within    departments throughout the organization.
•  Ensure control procedures are being adhered to
• To ensure that resources are available to achieve ALSTOM ROLLING STOCK operational objectives.
• To motivate, develop and direct subordinates to achieve operational objectives.
• To lead and motivate subordinates to achieve ALSTOM ROLLING STOCK objectives.
• To ensure that the financial objectives in terms of WIP and projects are achieved.
• To ensure that the management of risk meets ALSTOM ROLLING STOCK requirement and guidelines and standards.
• Ensure timeous and accurate reporting on manufacturing activities.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead, manager and provide direction to structural assembly environment.
• Ensure that the financial objectives in terms of Production programs and projects are achieved to support ALSTOM ROLLING STOCK business plans.
• Manage a group of employees engaged in performing a variety of production or assembly in various operations within the factory.
• Ensure that the ALSTOM ROLLING STOCK transformation management process is implemented, and objectives achieved.
• Schedule and meet production needs.
• Anticipate the need for materials and issue purchase order requisitions accordingly.
• Attend to necessary record keeping of the daily progress of production.  Implement visual management systems with KPI’s.
• See that all tools and machinery are cleaned, maintained, and available according to schedule or in a timely manner.
• Attend briefing sessions.
• Ensure that the management of risk meets ALSTOM ROLLING STOCK requirements.  High focus on safety objectives.
• Lead safe work procedures, correct employees on such matters and set an example of such.
• Oversee training of employees. Ensuring training plans are in place as well as multi-skill development.
• Closely supervise the work practices and performance of employees and write performance reviews as scheduled. Hold subordinates accountable to task assignment.
• Lead Safety, Quality, cost and delivery on-time performance
• Optimization of the workstation/work center using of APSYS Tools
• Ensure the operations KPI’s are achieved, visualized, and kept up to date continually.
• Downtime management
• Headcount and overtime management
• Ensure that the department comply with SHEQ standards.
• Ensure that the department comply with ISO 9001:2008 standards.
• Ensure that the department comply with OHSAS 18001 & ISO 14001 standards.

Educational Requirements
Mandatory:

• Formal Trade Qualification

Desirable:

• Technical Degree

Experience
Mandatory:

• Minimum of at least 8 years relevant industry in operational/industrial role.
• Minimum of 5 years blue collar management experience
• Hand on people management skills in an operational environment (end to end – recruit, manage, develop, discipline, coach)
• Sound computer literacy - MS Office suite
• Interpersonal Skills
• Proven track record or organizing and Planning
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Networking and Relationship Building Skills
• Prepared to work extended hours and shifts when required.
• Knowledge of OSHACT
• Basic understanding of budgets and project finance
• Understanding of ability to plan workforces around work output and project schedules.

Desirable:

• experience in Railway industry, preferably within an industrialization environment
• experienced worker in railway industry,
• manufacturing experience
• Welding and mechanical environment experience
• Competencies & Skills

Functional skills

• Profound knowledge of…
• Special Processes

Working knowledge of…

• Industrial Management
• Processes for industrials E2E, from Engineering to Delivery
• Manufacturing Processes and Technologies
• Configuration & Change Management

Basic awareness of…

• Automation / Robotization
• Greenfield/Brownfield Development
• Site Facilities & Maintenance
• Transfer of Technology
• Ergonomics

 
Transversal skills
Profound knowledge of…

• Team Management including management of cross functional teams
• Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) rules and regulations,
• Lean Management tools, methods, ...

Working knowledge of…

• Supply Chain/Quality processes and impact from manufacturing on them
• Products Knowledge
• Applicable Social Relations & Labor Law

Basic awareness of…

• Finance/Sourcing processes and impact from manufacturing on them
• Digital & Analytics Tools for managing the manufacturing activities (KPI, …).

Leadership skills required

• AGILE: Dealing with uncertainty/Business Acumen/Innovative/Learning on the fly
• INCLUSIVE: Building effective (virtual) teams/Listening and informing/Managing diversity/Understanding others with empathy
• RESPONSIBLE: Customer focus (internal and external)/Integrity and ethics/Managerial courage/Managing with vision and purpose

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• Drive and manageIndustrial Information System Tools: (ERP, SES, Data & Doc. Repositories)
• Perform the tests before implementation or update
• Ensure the data migration and eventually pilot the data rework.
• Train the users.
• Participate to the Key Users network.
• Define data work plan
• Interface with Project Industrialisation for BOM requirements
• Pilot the implementation of the following data in the systems: M-BoM, P-BoM, Routings, Work Centers, Tooling, Purchasing File
• Ensure the consistency of the data between the different systems.
• Manage the impacts of engineering and process changes in the systems.
• Set-up effectivity for application of the changes.
• Ensure accuracy of P-BoMs. Perform audits.
• Build and maintain up to date the Industrial ERP data, including the Bill of Material, the Process routings, the Configuration Management data
• Build and update maintenance strategy and development of maintenance plan, task list and Service Order configuration
• Based on audits & return experience from the field, continously improve, correct the data into the system.

Internal

• EHS
• Production / Quality / Maintenance
• Supply Chain
• Project Management
• CEO / OPS Manager
• PME Network
• Finance
• Sourcing

External

• Suppliers
• Customer Representatives

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES  

Key accountabilities:
After serial Go:

• Industrialize retrofit after engineering changes: documentation, workstation definition / update.
• Support Production to achieve manufacturing QCD targets.

Other activities:

• Bring his/her expertise to the industrial Costing Manager during tender phase
• Participates to R&D programs as industrial representative.
• Perform industrial REX on manufacturing processes. 
• Performance measurements:
• EHS deviation/incident linked to process, layout, tools and equipment
• Quality dashboard KPI (CONQ, Top issues performance,  etc….)
• Line spent time performance vs target (non-value added eradication, process improvement, business cases investment vs savings)
• Implement and Maintain all required ISO and Other quality certifications
• APSYS scoring as per yearly defined targets
• Legal compliance

Educational Requirements
Mandatory:

• Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Degree

Desirable:

• ECSA registration as Professional Engineer
• Experience

Mandatory:

• Industrial or technical background with 2 to 5 years’ experiences preferably in the railway industry , ideally in an international organization
• Technical experience of Methods Engineering, writing, and improving manufacturing work instructions, line balancing and control plans
• Experience in working with an ERP (such as SAP) for Bill of Materials, Routings, Configuration follow-

Desirable:

• Locomotive carbody knowledge
• Working knowledge of Quality and Health & Safety standards and systems
• Ability to read and understand schematics and drawings.

Competencies & Skills

• Technical education.
• English read, written, spoken
• Knowledge of CAD and PLM tools (CATIA, DELMIA, CREO, Autocad…)
• Process FMEA, QRQC, control plans
• Conscientious. Commits and delivers.
• implementation of APSYS (Lean manufacturing) subjects related to Industrial Roadmap
• Team Player.  Spirit of “Team Trust Action”
• Good communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Networking and Relationship Building Skills
• Decisive.  Obtains and uses necessary information to make decisions. Refers decision to others when appropriate
• Self-Motivation
• Result driven
• Logical and organized
• Leadership
• Customer orientated
• Emotional self-awareness and control

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Purpose of the Job:

It is to direct, lead and manage TSSSA Midrand site operations for all activities and resources in the repair centre to meet SQCD. The successful candidate will be based in Randjespark, Midrand.

Manage the site to ensure adherence to safety and security policies.

The role reports to the Projects industrial manager with dotted lines to the head of services/SOE during the setup of and stability reached.

Minimum Requirements:

• BSc/Btech in Mechanical or Electrical or Industrial Engineering
• A Minimum qualification of NQF 4 in Management/Leadership
• 3-5 year’s experience in production/operations management ( Site & Facilities management an extra advantage)
• 5 years of experience in the Transport, Automobile, Heavy Machinery, Industrial, Manufacturing or Maintenance Technology industry
• 5 years relevant people management experience preferably gained in a lean manufacturing environment

Responsibilities:

• Successfully implementing company policy and developing strategic plans in the site
• Deliver financial performance by respecting the budget and maintaining an effective management team
• Act as the Legal Representative (including the management and control) of the site
• Deliver on SQCD as per the site operational plans and Industrial means targets to ensure customer (internal & external) satisfaction
• Manage maintenance / services contracts execution
• Represents TSSSA at local site level as per the lease agreement
• Manage Workload in line with Depot / Regional Centre Workload strategy
• Provides guidance for workers as needed and approves training opportunities
• Identifies core competencies and defines operational goals
• Ensure safety and security co-ordination for Gibela employees, assets and data in the site.
• Ensure that the Ethics & Compliance policy is applied on the site in respect of all business transactions and of personal integrity
• Ensures Site cohesion, constructive Social relations, compliance with EHS regulations
• Implement and ensure right application of Site Quality Management System
• Ensure that Site Standard Processes are deployed
• Ensure that Site global strategy & action plans are deployed and applied
• In charge of managing workshop managers, as well as warehouse, planning and industrial quality support activities in order to reach all the SQCD targets, by identifying & driving progress action plans on SQCD  results
• Improve safety results by promoting solving issues on safety topics and ensuring that production standards are well applied

Measurements:

• EHS KPIs (IFR1, IFR2)
• Operational performance measured through QCD, EHS KPI, action plans leaded & Performance increase as Lean manufacturing system roadmap.
• Finance (POH, cash, cost centre budget and respect of actuals)
• Compliance Process, legal & Social Responsibility (industrial relations, ethics & compliance,
• During the first years, till stabilise workload, support the ramp-up of the activities through :
• Controlling the progress of the refurbishment and upgrade of the concerned workshops
• Participating into the installation of repair workshops, warehouses
• Recruiting the work force, supervisors and managers of the workshop
• Structuring routine and organisation on his site (instances, town-down & bottom-up management aspects).
• Build with Industrialization and Technology Transfer managers the training and ToT program
• Lead the ramp-up of the production under his scope

Closing date: 28 June 2023

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The purpose of the role:

Diagnose problems in malfunctioning equipment, determine the faulty part, and then decide if it can be fixed or to be replaced. Perform repair and overhaul operations, refurbishment in the repair centre, assemble finished product and inspect product to ensure high quality standards.

Operate, tend, stop, and clean machines, execute dynamic storage maintenance tasks. Realise level 1 and 2 maintenance tasks on special and standard tools in all facilities.

Network & Links: Industrial teams, Depot operation team, EHS, Warehouse, Logistics Methods, Regional Centre EPU Managers, Production workers, Maintenance and Overhaul workers.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Technical qualification with trade test or equivalent in the engineering field (mechanical, pneumatic, millwright or electrical)
• Minimum experience of 3 years in the maintenance or production field, preferably in the railway industry
• Ability to operate pneumatic / powered, basic hand & electrical tools.
• Experience/ knowledge in workshop equipment and machinery (Crane, Lifting jacks, forklift...)
• Experience on Bogie equipment/ Pneumatics systems / High voltage (400 V – 3KV) / Airconditioning system (incl. welding or brazing) knowledge will be advantageous.
• Ability to read and understand pneumatic & mechanical drawings, use schematics, and test specifications.
• Previous working knowledge of Health & Safety standards
• Ability to execute the work autonomously
• Ability to Coach Others and occasionally share skills/information to others
• Self-Motivated  and inspired by the job in hand

 Responsibilities:

• Track  and clean assemblies to be tested / repaired
• Mechanical disassemble the products
• Execute maintenance tasks on sub-system products, tools and equipment
• Operate production equipment
• Ensure conformance to specifications
• Fill of all necessary documents. Schematics, Fabrication drawings, etc.
• Ability to make repair or scrap decision
• Identify and cross reference components.
• Organise and store components replacement and assemblies.
• Ensure validity and certification of relevant tools
• Populate relevant maintenance and repair follow-up in the data base
• Guarantee information flow within the repair team
• Perform quality self-control
• Monitor the production process and carrying out basic testing and quality checks
• Clean and maintain work areas and machinery in good state
• Propose new or improved ways or working that will enable the Teams to improve their efficiency or the safety of their work
• Undertake other duties as specified by the Repair Centre Manager
• Carry out such work in accordance with strict Health & Safety procedures as laid down by legislation and the Company Health  Safety policies.
• Read reports and manuals as and when required.
• Report accidents/incidents, and the work done to validate or maintain the tools.
• Drive company vehicles when required and applicable

Measurement:

• Adhere to EHS and Quality policies
• Repair WIP
• Repair OTIF
• Adhere to Method times
• Availability of machine and tools
• Number of NC raised by industrial quality department and by client
• Successful integration & training of new employees

Internal applicants willing to move to Midrand on a lateral move are encouraged to apply.

Closing Date: 22 June 2023

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Purpose of the Job:

• Conducts spot welding robot programming to ensure optimal production output.
• Conduct preventative maintenance in line with established preventative maintenance plan.

Key responsibilities include the following:

• Make minor adjustments on existing robot weld programs as needed.
• Review and improve robotic process and sequence to improve cycle times
• Provide daily production support for robotic weld cells.
• Perform robot manual welding when required
• Check completed parts to ensure compliance with required weld quality acceptance criteria.
• Modify existing robot programs to improve robot reliability, maintainability, or performance.
• Conduct root cause analysis for all robot downtimes
• Work with equipment OEM to improve robotic cells and address operational issues
• Identify and implement opportunities for predictive maintenance on installed robots
• Maintain robot welding guns by completing scheduled planned maintenance
• Follow ISO procedures and standards to improve work processes and safety within robot cells.
• Continuous improvement of robotic station efficiencies through correction of design deficiencies
• Robotic station process stability
• Establish preventative maintenance routines
• Regular execution of planned and proactive maintenance on equipment to deter failures.

Requirements:

• Trade Tested Electrician or Millwright.
• N. Diploma in Electrical or Mechatronics would be advantageous.
• Yaskawa Motoman training is essential
• Minimum 5 years’ experience on robotic operation, programming, trouble shooting and maintenance.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with Yaskawa Motoman robots.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience programming Yaskawa controllers
• Minimum 5  year working experience on Yaskawa DX200 controllers
• Working knowledge of Siemens S7 PLC
• Knowledge of IGM robots, K6 UI and Microstep will be a advatageous
• General understanding of welding timers and guns is desirable.
• Familiarity with basics of global Industrial Robot standards and specifications

Closing Date: 26 June 2023