Paintshop Technician

Our client has an opportunity available for a Paint Application Technician based in Durban.

Requirements:

• Willing to work overtime when required.
• 3+ years automotive industry experience in the paint environment.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Comprehensive electrical or mechanical knowledge.
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of programmable logic controllers.
• Good working knowledge of Kawasaki robotics would be advantageous.
• Valid driver's license.
• Qualified Millwright or Artisan.
• NTC 4, NTC 5 or higher.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain application equipment to ensure production readiness.
• Maintain equipment and components of the paint distribution system.
• Manage an effective process to repair defective application equipment.
• Manage and maintain all application equipment in good working condition.
• Optimise application equipment to ensure sustained quality in application process, documented in accordance with quality control system requirements.
• Support and provide input to TPM.
• Actively participate in the preparation and submission of all paint shop proposals for recording and verification.
• Manage, control and record spare parts usage and ensure optimum stock levels.
• Monitor and analyse all equipment breakdowns and provide statistical reporting on trends and occurrences.
• Use effective problem-solving techniques to determine the root cause analysis of failures and defects.
• Programme new production components to ensure optimum product introduction.
• Support start-up and shut down processes of the plant.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders where and when required to ensure continuous supply and provision of maintenance related support and resources.
• Assist with the development, introduction and sustainability of the maintenance program.
• Ensure compliance to Company policies, procedures and all legislative requirements.
• Adhere to all aspects of the OSHACT, ISO/TS16949, ISO14001 and OSHAS 18001.
• Ensure all electrical and mechanical installations are done according to SANS regulations.
• Ensure all equipment, power and hand tools are in good and safe working condition and operated, stored and maintained in accordance with specific requirement.