Fitter and Turner

SUMMARY:
Seeking a Maintenance Fitter and Turner for a national packaging company, dealing within the FMCG and food packing environment.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

• To provide maintenance and engineering services ensuring optimum plant and equipment availability according to recognised technical requirements and standards.
• Dismantle and repair faulty components according to technical specifications.
• Make use of hand and power tools to apply sound engineering techniques.
• Application of knowledge, skills and expertise in specialised technical discipline within a regulated framework.

• Matric, Trade Tested as a Fitter & Turner.
• Minimum of 4 - 5 years’ experience.
• Additional courses related to Project Management, Maintenance, Design, and equipment-specific training will be advantageous.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, diagrams, and manuals.
• Knowledge of various hand and power tools used in maintenance and repair work.
• Relevant work experience as a Maintenance Fitter and Turner or in a similar role.
• Equipment Maintenance: Conduct regular inspections, maintenance, and repairs on mechanical equipment and machinery, such as vacuum pumps, glue pump and production line equipment. This involves troubleshooting issues, diagnosing problems, and implementing appropriate solutions to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.
• Preventive Maintenance: Make use of developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure the ongoing reliability and safety of equipment. This includes performing routine maintenance tasks, such as lubrication, calibration, and adjustment of components, as well as replacing worn-out parts and conducting routine inspections.
• Equipment Installation and Commissioning: Assist in the installation, setup, and commissioning of new equipment and machinery. This may involve assembling components, aligning parts, connecting electrical and mechanical systems, and performing test runs to ensure proper functionality.
• Equipment Repair: Respond to equipment breakdowns and malfunctions promptly to minimize production disruptions.
• Diagnose faults and mechanical failures, disassemble and reassemble machinery, replace defective parts, and restore equipment to operational condition using hand and power tools.
• The Fitter and Turner should also be competent to use the workshop’s lathe to machine and fabricate critical spares that are needed to repair production machines in the factory.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.

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