Job Openings at Komatsu Mining

Key Job Responsibilities

• Giving detailed inputs to develop and produce the actual operational training programs in the absence of curriculum development and multimedia production personnel;
• Conducting training classes / coaching of a high standard, which meets the customer expectations;
• Ensure training sessions cover specific topics as stipulated by the Joy Global course structures;
• Ensure the effectiveness of the training is measured by written and practical assessments/ evaluations / reactionaries to evaluate training progress and to what extent the gap was closed;
• Complying with all legislations and standard generating bodies;
• Conducting special training classes required by the customers that are not provided for in the planned training schedule; 
• Coaching customers and Joy personnel in the safe and efficient application, operation, and maintenance of Joy Global equipment.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Grade 12/N3;
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working as an operator on Joy Global related equipment;
• Extensive in-depth knowledge of various disciplines, including, mining methods and equipment;
• Miner/Blasting ticket would be an advantage;
• Must have working knowledge of South African Mine Health and Safety Act;
• Computer literate in MS Office suit, with good report-writing skills; 
• Valid Drivers’ license and own reliable vehicle.

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Job Specification (not totally inclusive)

• Perform routine quality checks on incoming materials from suppliers and outgoing products prior to shipment or final assembly;
• Use precision measuring tools (e.g., callipers, micrometres, height gauges, CMMs) to verify dimensions;
• Compare finished parts against drawing, CAD drawings, and tolerance specifications;
• Perform inspections during various production stages to ensure compliance;
• Approve or reject finished items based on quality standards;
• Maintain inspection records, including first article inspections (FAI), non-conformance reports (NCRs), and inspection reports;
• Track and report on defect trends or recurring issues;
• Ensure inspection tools and gauges are calibrated;
• Help manage calibration schedules and documentation; and
• Work with production and engineering teams to troubleshoot quality issues.

Minimum Skills required

• Qualified Artisan;
• Minimum of 3 years’ hands-on experience in Fitter and Turner, Millwright;
• 5 years of experience in a machining or manufacturing environment;
• Demonstrated experience in conducting visual welding inspections;
• Strong product knowledge and familiarity with underground mining operations is highly desirable;
• Be able to read, understand and interpret engineering drawings and specifications;
• Be able to work with various technical tools i.e. measuring instruments and testing equipment; and
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams)

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Job Specification (not totally inclusive)

• Supervise QC Activities oversee day-to-day quality control operations on the production floor.
• Ensure QC inspectors and technicians follow testing and inspection procedures correctly and compliance with KMC Standards.
• Make sure that all products, services, or work processes meet internal standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 9000, SANSF60079 (Equipment protection by Flameproof enclosure “d”.
• Interpret KMC fabrication / Machining Drawing, specifications, and manufacturing quality standards.
• Record and analyze results to detect production issues;
• Identity and Address Defects raising quality Notification and investigating non-conformities, product failures and lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) initiatives;
• Maintain accurate QC records, including inspection reports, test results, and compliance documents;
• Report defects, delays, and progress to QC managers or project leaders and Operation;
• Train and guide QC team members in quality standards procedures and assign tasks to QC staff;
• Recommend process improvements based on inspection data and performance trends;
• Support lean manufacturing or Six Sigma initiatives if applicable; and
• Ensure that safety procedures are followed during inspections and production.

Minimum Skills required.

• Qualified Artisan with trade papers and must have a certificate in Quality Management;
• Must have an N6 Engineering qualification or equivalent;
• A degree in Operations Management/Engineering will be an added advantage.
• Must have at least 8 years Quality/Manufacturing experience of which 3 years must have been occupying a leadership role;
• Must have proven experience in dealing with visual welding Inspection;
• Strong product knowledge and familiarity with underground mining operations is highly desirable;
• Must have sound technical understanding of manufacturing and assembly principles;
• Be able to read, understand and interpret engineering drawings and specifications;
• Be able to work with various technical tools i.e. measuring instruments and testing equipment and;
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams)

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Job Specification (not totally inclusive)

• Inspect raw materials, components, and final products;
• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of welded joints, and plates;
• Witness and verify non-destructive testing (NDT);
• Review material test certificates (MTC), welding procedure specifications (WPS), and welder qualifications;
• Maintain accurate inspection reports and quality documentation;
• Monitor fabrication processes to ensure compliance with approved procedures;
• Verify pre-heat, inter-pass temperature, and post-weld heat treatment if required;
• Conduct pressure tests (hydrostatic);
• Sign off on final product release certificates;
• Report non-conformities and ensure corrective actions are implemented; and
• Coordinate with engineering, production, and third-party inspectors.

Minimum Skills required

• Qualified Artisan;
• Minimum of 3 years’ hands-on experience in welding or boilermaking;
• At least 5 years of experience working within a manufacturing environment;
• Demonstrated experience in conducting visual welding inspections;
• Strong product knowledge and familiarity with underground mining operations is highly desirable;
• Be able to read, understand and interpret engineering drawings and specifications;
• Be able to work with various technical tools i.e. measuring instruments and testing equipment and;
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams).

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Key Job Responsibilities

• Off load and load parts/units from or onto trucks, manually and or by using a forklift;
• Parts received are checked (quantity, correct part), bind and captured on manual bin card or system bin card;
• Collect end user documentation e.g. picking slip and or Joy requisitions throughout the day;
• Verification of parts to be issued from the consignment store, if available;
• Pick parts to be issued and arrange with the mine end users for the collection of parts from the stores;
• All issued parts to be verified and captured on the Joy SAP sales order;
• Preparation of documents for the mine for the mine Logistic department to process as per mine system and prepare the documentation for the Joy administrator to pick up for invoicing;
• Follow-up parts on deliveries and parts on back orders, keeping the end users informed of expected delivery dates.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Grade 12/N3;
• Certificate in Stores and Stock Keeping or Logistics Management or related courses will be an added advantage;
• Minimum of 2 years store related experience;
• Minimum of 2 years SAP stores related processing and experience in MS Excel;
• Driver’s license and own reliable transport;
• Must be able to obtain a forklift and/or crane license;
• Accurate and timeous capturing of data;
• Will be required to work shifts and standby duties.