Shift Process Technician - Merebank at AECI Limited

Job Description    

• Operates the process computer-controlled equipment
• Oversees maintenance and outside contractor activities in respect to production requirement
• Participates in and embraces SMI’s Operations Excellence Programme
• Maintains routine contact with customer personnel regarding quantity and quality needs.
• Manages, tests and identifies incoming raw materials and lab materials for adherence to specification, either by actual testing or by review of the material’s Certificate of Analysis.
• Manufactures in-process materials and finished products by computer control in compliance with Work Instructions.
• Conducts all QA testing in accordance with established, approved procedures.
• Conducts routine calibrations of laboratory instruments and conducts routine calibrations/standardisations of process instrumentation in accordance with established, approved procedures and schedule
• Controls and corrects non-conforming in-process material and final products in accordance with written procedures
• Understands and uses statistical techniques where appropriate
• Works in a safe manner, adhering to SMI Safety Policies and local regulatory requirements
• Perform maintenance activities as needed. Assures that equipment is operating correctly.  Follows preventative maintenance activities according to schedule and corporate standards
• Follows and implements the principles of 5S, Standard Work, Daily Management and Problem-Solving
• Well organised, trustworthy individual that is able to perform at a high level with minimal supervision.
• Works on a rotating shift basis

Qualifications & Experience    

• Matric/Grade 12
• National Diploma in Chemical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 2 years previous work experience in an industrial environment