Career Opportunities at Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa

ROLE SUMMARY

Ensure Equipment Availability is at 98%. Analyse Top Constraints and solve issues using 6-SIGMA Methodology. Optimizes Facility to ensure volume targets and improve MTBF (Mean-Time-Between-Failures)

POSITION DETAILS

• To maintain the facility by completing all scheduled /planned Maintenance – 100% completion
• To identify all corrective maintenance activities and have a proactive approach – 100% completion
• Manage/ effective approach to Emergency Maintenance downtime
• Effective Root Cause Analysis toward downtime
• Responsible approach to all Safety Standard Regulations
• Total Maintenance of all TCF (Trim, Chassis, and Final Line) equipment, fault finding of PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) controlled circuits, and the modifications thereof.
• Focus on constraint areas to eliminate the constraint
• Ensure Production uptime within departmental objectives.
• Ensure safety compliance at all times
• PM, CM scrubbing
• 4D reporting on MFM
• Assist Artisans with problem-solving and repairs of problematic equipment in their related field
• Modifications to PLC software circuits, Siemens PLCs are used in the TCF department
• Assist Project work related to new equipment introduction/ commissioning.

RESPONSIBILITIES

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• 100% Completion of all scheduled/planned maintenance
• 100% Predictive and preventative maintenance approach
• 100% Completion of all identified corrective maintenance activities.
• Emergency maintenance downtime proactively managed
• 100% Completion of Root Cause Analysis after downtime
• 100% Compliance with Safety Standards 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES 

• Fault-finding ability
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite. Excel competency
• Siemens PLC fault finding and programming skills.
• Kawasaki Robot fault finding and programming skills.
• HMI –fault finding and programming skills.
• SEW Frequency Drive fault finding and programming skills.
• Fault finding skill and knowledge on filling machines (Optional)
• Sealer application and fault-finding thereof
• Behavioral Skill 
• English Oral and written communication

QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

• N6 Plus Electrical / Mechanical / Millwright Trade Certificate and or Equivalent (Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial and Mechanical) National diploma
• 5 yrs. Automotive Manufacturing Experience
• Programming and Fault-Finding experience in Siemens PLC’s, SEW Drives, and Kawasaki Robots.
• TIA Pro 1 / Pro 2 Certificates

go to method of application »

JOB DESCRIPTION

• This position is for an engineering controls specialist with an emphasis on robotic controls & PLC specialization.
• The responsible person will be required to develop, implement, monitor and maintain efficient automation controls processes.
• To specialize in the continuous improvement, troubleshooting and programming of PLC’s/ Robots/Cobot as well as other automation equipment.

POSITION DETAILS

• Well versed in ISO 9000 / ISO 14000 / TS 16949.
• Initiates measures to improve equipment performance, methods and quality.
• Manage all software and hardware installed on different types of equipment. 
• Ensure minimal downtimes, proper documentation, software backups and version control.
• Robot programming, fault finding design changes. 
• Continuous robotic improvement of weld quality, sealer quality and location accuracy.
• Reporting / presenting and escalate to management as needed.
• Responsible for preventive maintenance updates on the robots and related equipment.
• Optimization of preventive maintenance jobs based on break down analysis and findings.
• To lead, set up and participate in cross-functional team meetings.
• The propensity to take the lead in any breakdown situation.
• Design, fault find and program using PLCs, HMI and SCADA.
• Ability to read blueprints, AutoCAD, E-Plan, interpret and modify electrical schematics.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
• Must be prepared to work shifts, and overtime as required.
• Train and develop training documentation for maintenance personnel.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES/ SUCCESS CRITERIA

• Improve TCF equipment uptime using data analysis and preventative maintenance planning
• Undertake root cause analysis and to implement Permanent Corrective Actions (PCA’s).
• Management of TCF constraints with the use of FIS, Scada reporting and monitoring technology.
• Develop and implement activities to improve MTTR and MTBF.
• Take responsibility for investigating and introducing new engineering technologies and strategies.
• Ensure compliance and adherence for Health Charts.
• Lead a team of Technicians.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSA)

• Behavioral and leadership skills.
• Excellent English oral and written communication.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data analysis.
• Self-Motivated, results-driven, competent, individual.
• Read mechanical and electronic schematics to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.
• Excellent troubleshooting / problem-solving abilities.
• Always improving personal knowledge, looking for new ways and technologies to improve plant performance. 
• Excellent troubleshooting / problem-solving methodologies such as 6 Sigma, 5 Why’s, Fishbone etc.
• Able to work under pressure and should be a team player. 
• Siemens, Mitsubishi PLC’s.  Must be able to Program, monitor, fault-find, and make improvements. 
• Kawasaki and Fanuc robot fault finding and programming skill. Sealer systems experience an advantage.
• SEW, Danfoss, Siemens drives working knowledge. 
• Proficient in Automation networks including Ethernet, Profinet, Profibus and Wireless Networks. 
• Fault-finding and continuous improvement execution and implementation.
• HMI’s – Adroit, Win CC Scada fault finding and programming skill.
• Excellent PC knowledge
• Behavioral and Leadership skills.
• Good presentation skills
• Excellent English oral and written communication.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data analysis.
• Self-Motivated, results-driven, and competent individual.
• Read Mechanical and Electronic schematics to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.
• Extensive knowledge of Electronics.
• 6 Sigma trained/Certified.

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

• Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical National Diploma (S- course) or Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering B-Tech.
• Minimum of 5 years within the Automotive Industry and Maintenance background.
• 2-3 Years in a Leadership role.

go to method of application »

POSITION DETAILS

General 

• Achieving departmental objectives to achieve customer requirements —SQDCPME (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Maintenance, Environment) 
• Any reasonable task that may be assigned to you

Safety 

• Ensure that a safe and clean work environment is maintained

Quality 

• Effective Preventive actions initiatives 
• Corrective action results  
• System changes---Document and Record Control / Change management
• Control of monitoring and measuring equipment

Delivery 

• Support planned production volumes
• Ford Production System (FPS) adherence

Cost 

• Cost reduction initiatives 
• Overtime Control

People 

• Adherence to trained needs 
• Attendance control 
• Communication / Cadence adherence

Maintenance 

• Ensuring the proper working condition of equipment
• Upkeep of plant equipment.
• PM completion to schedule
• Achieve planned maintenance activities

Environment 

• Ensure that Environmental Aspects and Impacts are effectively controlled  

PERFORMANCE MEASURES/ SUCCESS CRITERIA

• Achieving Delivery to Order requirements. 
• Equipment Maintenance and Availability
• PM completion to schedule.
• Improve equipment uptime.
• Knowledge of press shop equipment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSA)

• 2 Years’ experience in the automotive industry.
• 2 Years’ Maintenance experience with min. 1000 ton Mechanical Press lines
• Hydraulic Press Experience 
• Pneumatic systems Experience 
• Automation experience would be beneficial 

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

• Qualified Millwright 
• N3 & Trade Test
• Must have Experience in Press shops.
• >1500 ton presses
• Drives
• Pneumatic sytems and controls.
• Conveyor systems

go to method of application »

Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Establish and maintain welding process and quality parameters according to customer specifications for MIG (GMAW) and resistance welding operations
• Create reaction plans to correct in process welds that are out of specification
• Establish procedures, processes and testing equipment for destructive and non-destructive testing on resistance & MIG welding applications. Including cut & etch (macro etch), Peel and tensile tests with the assistance from the Quality Department
• Work with Design and Manufacturing Engineering and Prototype Departments to fine-tune designs, material selection, documentation, fixtures, gages, and process control to optimize product manufacturability
• Work with Design and Manufacturing Engineering to develop welding systems and fixtures and participate in FMEA’s
• Study current welding processes for cost reduction and process improvement
• Maintain performance on weld cells (touch-up, troubleshooting, improvements)
• Train and aid in the skills development of the welding and local quality team
• Assist in qualification of weld cells and processes
• Leads or participates in Kaizen activities to drive and ensure continuous improvement in processes, products, components, raw materials, and equipment 
• Undertake root because analysis complete with ICA and PCA should defects be experienced.

Performance Measure/ Success Criteria 

• Improve Framing Line equipment uptime using monitoring tools and weld verification (destructive/non-destructive testing).
• Develop and implement short, medium and long-term improvement plans for implementation within the welding process.
• Undertake root cause analysis and ensure Permanent Corrective Actions (PCA’s) are implemented while ensuring weld quality and integrity.
• Optimization of weld processes to meet objectives of lowering cost and/or improving productivity.
• Providing assistance in the welding assembly and maintenance of welding equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) 

• Experience with designing and programming manual, robotic and automated welding systems.
• Proficient in ISO GD&T standards
• GMAW experience on walled tubing (Chassis)
• Experience with Kawasaki robots / Lincoln welding equipment
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Applied knowledge of carbon equivalency formula

Qualifications and Experiences 

• National Diploma or degree: Mechanical / Welding Engineering 
• 3-4 Years Part / Product Assembly Experience.
• Weld parameter setup.
• Destructive testing and weld quality verification