Electronic Technician - Springs at Distell

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain electronic process control systems – hardware and software
• Ensure that installation of new process control systems is done according to company standards
• Maintain field hardware – loop checks / calibration, etc.
• Review process control philosophies and recommend optimisation.
• Audit process control programmes regularly and ensure that changes that are made are carried out according to ISO procedure.
• Ensure the necessary documentation is done – installation drawings, P&ID’s, Loop identification, Field and termination tagging, etc.
• Coordinate (program) individual machine output to optimise overall line performance
• Ensure proper access control to electronic system
• Fault finding and maintaining electronic equipment.
• Ensure current backup for electronic systems on the designated server location
• Actively participate in Minibuses Operating System activities.
• Perform all relevant administrative functions
• Train / coach Production controllers, Artisans, Machine controller and operators
• Assist the Artisans and Production controllers with their tasks.

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• N4 with Trade Certificate – Electronic 
• Matric 
• 3-5 years experience in maintenance of electronic system
• 3-5 various PLC experience including Siemens S7
• 3-5 experience in industrial networks (Profibus / Net)
• Ability to assist Production Controllers with problem solving on the production machines and equipment
• Ability to transfer knowledge to peers and customers
• Display strong action, initiative and focus competencies.
• To reflect good leadership behaviour – towards colleagues, superior and company values
• Conduct problem solving against proven techniques and methods.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and accurately
• Must be willing and able to work shifts and overtime when required 
• Knowledge and experience of effective housekeeping principles and health and safety standards.

Closing Date:15th, June 2022