SUMMARY:
The client is in the automotive industry based in East London is looking for an Electrician. A successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance of tools/machines in order to meet and exceed production standards and any other duties as assigned by the Plants and Facilities Manager.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Machine maintenance as per provided schedules. (Performs PM's, cleans and lubricates injection moulding machines and equipment).
Troubleshooting, repair and improvement of complex plastics processing and ancillary equipment.
Will be required to perform root cause analysis, practical development and implement solutions to increase equipment reliability, efficiency, and effectiveness.
The ideal candidate ensures that the facility and equipment are maintained at the highest level and runs efficiently; will coordinate and implement preventive maintenance activities; provides guidance to peers to ensure optimum production, quality and safety while minimizing costs, energy usage and waste in accordance with corporate policies and health & safety laws.
Modifies, repairs, and rebuilds plant machinery and equipment
Performs mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repairs.
Visually inspects and solves problems in machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
Measures parts to detect wear, misalignment, or improper operation
Documents repairs and maintenance of manufacturing machinery
Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
Potential duties may also include fabrication and installation of related trades; performing building maintenance; and general carpentry or plumbing
Participates in the implementation of various improvement projects.
Performs installation of new equipment and or relocation of equipment.
REQUIREMENTS:
Red seal qualification at a reputable institution.
Minimum of 5 years of experience (10 years preferred) performing maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and/or robotics systems
Experience with Plastic injection moulding, extrusion and/or thermoforming
Understanding of the functionality of relays, motor contactors, motor starters, solid state relays, soft starts and variable frequency drives
Familiarity with the operation and troubleshooting of PLC programming
Ability to safely trace electrical circuits with a multi-meter and wiring schematic to find faulty components
Experience in electrical distribution and machine controls ranging from 24 to 480 volts AC/DC
Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot using schematic diagrams
Ability to perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility's equipment
Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful for the vacancy.
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