Job Opportunities at Columbus Stainless

Services to the business unit include:

• Identify problem areas requiring improvement as directed by business KPI’s
• Quantify the underlying contributory causes to the problems
• Study the problem at the hand of the contributory causes and propose solutions
• Implement solutions including automation, mistake proofing, manufacturing procedures etc.
• Sustain and continuously improve performance through the automated systems and processes.
• Plan, direct and co-ordinate hot rolling process improvements linked to PC&D systems to improve quality, efficiency and availability. 
• Investigate all modelling and control system failures and associated deviations to implement corrective and preventive actions. 
• Implement solutions to assist with process and product development in association with Level 1 or 2, Technical and Production departments through consultation with other disciplines/departments.

Maintain and develop the following systems:

• Heat transfer modelling (finite element heat transfer Level 2 model) and combustion systems (Level 1).
• Rolling modelling (Level 2): Speed, temperature, forces, torques and flatness control models (including neural network).
• Level 1 thickness, flatness, strip cooling and coiling mostly feedback control systems. 
• Expert System for continuous process parameter optimisation of the heating and rolling processes (including Fuzzy Logic).
• Weekly standby on a rotational basis with the other PC&D team members.
• Ensure compliance with the goals as defined in KPIs. 
• Identify problems, investigate solutions and solve problem in order to achieve those goals.
• Constantly co-ordinate process deviations with all relevant parties.
• React and correct all substandard process conditions

Requirements

• B Eng. (Electrical, Metallurgical, Mechanical) or Computer Science or Computer Engineering
• 2-5 years experience in Software development (C, C++, C#, Visual Basic, etc), specifically in the engineering control software field.
• Knowledge of Level 2 type first principle models for heating and rolling technology.
• Knowledge of how these Level 2 models are automatically calibrated using artificial intelligence or other simpler methods.
• Knowledge of control systems and instrumentation is a plus.
• Creative and strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment is a plus.
• Enjoys working in the field of engineering solution development.

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PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

• Must have at least 4 years' post apprenticeship experience as a Trade tested millwright;
• Must be able to work under pressure;
• Must be able to work independently;
• Must be computer literate;
• Must be a team player, able to communicate at all levels;
• Good experience on mechanical electrical/electronic and instrument related equipment will be an added advantage.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• The safe maintenance and fault finding on Laboratory equipment will be expected and this includes a wide range of specialized analytical, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation related equipment;
• Experience on robotic equipment will also be an added advantage.
• Must be able to do standby for the total laboratory regarding the above mentioned equipment.

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Description

Administration of Business Unit Requirements:

• Prepare daily reports for the morning meetings, retrieve data from supervisory and emails and make copies.
• Prepare month end, quarterly reports for the manager compile presentation retrieve data from supervisory and emails.
• Draw monthly scorecard, data is gathered from supervisory system, emails and compile report.
• Check manager’s emails and prioritise and attend to urgent emails ensure manager is in time for booked meetings.
• Compile necessary documentation for various meetings for the manager.
• Drafting and typing of correspondence related to the General Manager.
• Manage diaries of General Manager.
• Schedule and coordinate appointments and meetings.
• Coordinate internal and external conferences.
• Handle additional administration relative to department and function.

 Delivery/Improvement:

• Load job cards for faulty equipment.
• Maintain and order stationery from stores or suppliers.
• Generate return to stores document for items to go back to main store.
• Ensure PPE is clean.
• Carry out cash/ cheque requisitions procedure.
• Book entry access for visitors with the reception, accommodation and transport if required and order meals.
• Create and maintain filing (e filing and manual) and archiving.
• Update, circulate and coordinate department birthdays.
• Update telephone list.
• Organise and coordinate department functions and events.
• Keep records of portable electrical equipment in boardrooms and offices.
• Liaise with cleaning contractor and maintenance.
• Coordinate and book boardrooms for meetings.
• Organise coffees and eats for relevant meetings.
• Responsible for the flow of information internally/externally.
• Receive and screen calls and massages accurately.

 Morale:

• Promote and demonstrate Columbus Stainless values.
• Lead by example and interact respectfully with all disciplines in the Columbus environment.

Requirements

 Qualification

•  Grade 12 with Maths & Science.
• Secretarial or any administration qualification will be advantageous.

Minimum Experience

• 5 Years’ senior level secretarial/administrative experience in a similar environment.

Knowledge / Special training

• Excellent MS Office software and Google Suite proficiency.
• Supervisory, NCR, PeopleSoft, Intranet, Jaggaer, JDE.
• Product knowledge, plant processes, customer/supplier relations.
• Invoices and order processes