Mechanical Technician at Unilever

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

• Machine installation including leveling and alignment
• Fault finding and problem solving on all manufacturing machinery
• Able to identify deviations and non-conforming items on equipment
• Able to assess exactly what steps to take to rectify these deviations and non-conformances
• Make recommendations for continuous improvements
• Raise both Safety and Engineering Tags
• Participate in the continuous revision and updating of standards
• Raise One Point Lessons and cascade these to others
• Raise Kaizens that will improve efficiency
• Update UMS boards as required
• Ensure that any breakdowns or short stops in area of responsibility are recorded
• Is able to carry out the work required to an exceptional standard as well as identify any further potential problems that might be visible.
• Ability to plan and execute the work that need to be done to the machinery i.e. print out machine performance report, order or gather the required spare
• Work on the lathe to turn and manufacture key items for modification purposes
• Lead and support out refurbishment of plant equipment.
• Ensure availability of key spares from the factory.
• Develop technical skills of other engineering staff
• Works with Assistant Engineer to coordinate, prioritize and allocate work of Artisans for the maintenance of plant equipment
• Implements effective maintenance practices in area of responsibility
• Is able to take responsibility for, and support team decisions.
• Controls and executes work against allocated budget
• Coordinates activities of contractors on site operations
• Completes all required documentation to standard
• Maintains and updates documentation of check sheets, maintenance tasks and job codes.

Safety

• Ensures that Company safety rules and regulations are adhered to within the sphere of responsibility.
• Implementation and assists with maintaining Unilever safety and 5S standards in the area of responsibility.

AM

• Completes tags in area of responsibility to the completion ratio required.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Experiences & Qualifications

• National Diploma or BTech in Mechanical Engineering or N6 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Trade Test (or equivalent)
• 5 years Technical Experience in a maintenance environment
• Relevant experience in manufacturing machinery
• Experience in turning or operation of lathe and milling machine
• Working knowledge of different types and applications of pumps, valves, heat exchangers, conveyors, fluid mechanics, different types of materials, welds, operation of the lathe and fans.
• Able to read and understand engineering drawings.

Skills

• Engineering skills (Mechanical)
• PC skills (SAP, Access, Outlook, Microsoft Office
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical Ability
• Pro active
• Influencing Skills
• Team Player
• Good communicator and demonstrates willingness to share expertise and knowledge.