Job DescriptionA leading automotive component manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Millwright with strong experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance, PLC fault-finding, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, robotic systems and automated assembly lines to join their team in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and improving production equipment to ensure maximum machine uptime, production efficiency, quality compliance and adherence to health, safety and environmental standards.
ResponsibilitiesConduct scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance. Complete maintenance checklists and records accurately. Ensure equipment complies with OEM specifications and safety standards. Perform lubrication and routine equipment inspections. Respond rapidly to equipment breakdowns to minimise downtime. Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults. Repair and replace defective components. Conduct root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures. Escalate critical maintenance issues where necessary. Perform electrical maintenance and safely conduct lockout and isolation procedures. Conduct welding and fabrication when required. Assist with PLC fault-finding and machine automation improvements. Support robotic and automated production systems. Assist with machine commissioning and upgrades. Ensure safe working practices at all times. Ensure maintenance activities do not compromise product quality. Ensure compliance with OHSA, customer-specific requirements and quality standards. Participate in continuous improvement, Kaizen and TPM initiatives. Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and efficiency. Assist in reducing scrap, downtime and maintenance costs. Support energy-saving initiatives. Perform any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.
RequirementsQualified Millwright with a recognised Trade Test (Red Seal). N3–N6 Engineering Studies would be advantageous. 3–5 years' experience in an automotive component manufacturing environment. Experience with press shop equipment, robotic systems, PLC fault-finding, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and automated assembly lines. Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills. PLC knowledge; Siemens, Omron and Allen Bradley experience would be advantageous. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings. Computer literacy, including MS Office and maintenance systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving ability. Strong safety awareness. Valid driver's licence and reliable own transport. Ability to work under pressure with a high sense of urgency.
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