Our client is seeking an experienced Packaging Head Technician to oversee production-line performance, machinery maintenance, technical operations and team leadership within their manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Design, set up and optimise production lines to improve efficiency, throughput and reduce downtime
Monitor production output, quality and efficiency, and drive corrective actions where required
Develop and maintain production-line standards, SOPs and work instructions
Manage preventative maintenance programmes and ensure machinery is maintained and operational
Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical machinery faults
Manage critical spares, equipment suppliers and service providers
Identify and implement continuous improvement and process optimisation initiatives
Lead, train and develop technical and production teams
Ensure compliance with company health, safety, quality and food safety standards
Maintain accurate maintenance and equipment records
Requirements
Relevant technical/engineering qualification or recognised trade
Minimum 5 years' manufacturing/production experience
Minimum 5 years' machinery maintenance experience
Minimum 3 years' production-line design, optimisation or process improvement experience
Minimum 2 years' people-management experience
Strong mechanical and electrical maintenance skills
Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement is advantageous
Good Excel and MS Office skills
Strong written and verbal English communication skills
Minimum C symbol for English in Matric