Senior Geared Motor Assembler

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assembly of C, A & F units from sub-assemblies and related components, size 70 -90
• Assembly of Transmittal units from assemblies and related components, size 3 00 to 3 21 
• Assembly of combined Transmittal C, A, F, worm drive units & HDO_HDP
• Assembly of HDO and HDP gearboxes
• Assembly and set up input torque protection devices
• Final fitment of ancillary items
• Assembly with stock takes when required
• Maintaining the correct level of gearbox shim stock

ASSEMBLY & PRODUCTION

• Execution of the production plan in terms of priorities and capacity
• Liaising with supervisor, supply chain and logistics department regarding missing components and anticipated incoming shipments
• Control of breakdowns in order to optimize service levels and minimize disruption
• Execution of CSIs (Customer Specific Instructions) as per the internal works order
• Highlight any deviations or risk as soon as identified
• Tap threads
• Assemble and align pulleys
• Measure and set tension on v-belts
• Fit pulleys, baseplates, guards, safety covers etc.
• Assemble couplings and check nun-out/alignment with dial gauge
• Check gear backlash and end play
• Assemble gearbox to drawing
• Raise any deviation from standard to supervisor
• Install pipe work
• heating of bearings, pressing with hydraulic jack etc.
• Monitoring and controlling of station production throughout

FINISHING AND TESTING:

• Perform unit completion for the panting, plugging and lubrication of gearboxes
• Perform and complete test and inspection procedures
• Control of quality documentation
• Ensure any specific quality inspections is communicated to relevant learn
• Set-up of test bench and measurement equipment
• Perform QC checks during the assembly process
• Ensure tasks performed to Bonfiglioli standards
• Meeting delivery commitments

MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT

• Control of general tooling issued to production
• Control of and safeguarding of special tooling
• Maintenance of machinery (HD Assembly equipment)
• Servicing of machinery in terms of Statutory, manufacturers requirements and as per the maintenance schedule/matrix

PREMISES

• Maintain a clean, neat and safe working environment by performing housekeeping and other
• Adhering to company policies and procedures

STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Implementation of procedures for compliance with the applicable Safety & Occupational Acts
• Maintaining Safety& Occupational records

QUALITY CONTROL

• Implementation of quality control procedures at all levels of the operation to a recognized specification 
• Maintenance of quality control procedures and related documentation including non-conformance
• Ensure traceability and risk mitigation
• Attend quality meeting as and when required

Desired Experience & Qualification 

• Suitable academic qualification and where applicable technical qualification as defined 
• Trade test (fitter and turner or equivalent)
• Certification as a Basic geared motor assembler

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to read workshop orders, BOMs & assembly instructions
• Ability to identify components with component descriptions and verify by measurement processes
• An understanding of the catalogue in terms of product descriptions and configuration.
• A knowledge of the proper use of all tooling including air tools, pneumatic Screwdrivers & torque wrenches
• Ability to use measurement equipment including dial gauge, verniers & micrometers
• Ability to use electrical measurement equipment including multi meters, tachometers, motor testing equipment and test boards.
• Ability to fault find and rectify problems such as gear knocks & pressure leaks
• Ability to configure and assemble bevel helical gear sets and input bearing assemblies
• Ability to assemble back stop bearings and anti-run back devices
• Ability to use external oil fill & pressure machinery
• A detailed knowledge of quality steps and procedures application to the respective assembly process 
• An in-depth knowledge of mounting configurations and its impact on gearbox lubrication.

 

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