SD Geared Motor Assembler

SUMMARY:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Standard Duty Assembler specialising in Basic Geared Motors to join our client’s production team in Johannesburg. This role is essential in delivering high-quality assembly services, setting our client apart in the industrial gearbox market.

POSITION INFO:
Background:
Our client is a well-known leader in the industrial gearbox sector, with a reputation built on reliability and service quality. This position involves performing assembly tasks from basic fitment to complex assembly procedures, utilising advanced tools, measurement equipment, and assembly machinery to ensure optimal product quality and customer satisfaction.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: National Senior Certificate / Matric (Grade 12)
• Technical Knowledge: Technical skills in assembly processes, interpreting technical documents, and using specialised tools and machinery
• Organisational Skills: Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and systematic work environment
• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of company policies, workshop protocols, and the Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Act

• Assemble electric motors, brake motors, and worm drive geared motors from both built-up and off-the-shelf components
• Configure MVF products based on input, output, and mounting specifications
• Assemble mechanical variable speed geared motors and double reduction geared motors
• Complete assembly of A, C, F, and S units up to size 60

• Working knowledge of computer operations
• Systematic work habits with a proactive approach to maintaining cleanliness and safety
• Knowledge of statutory and company rules and quality standards
• Awareness of quality management and its impact on assembly processes

• Read and interpret workshop orders, assembly instructions, and component descriptions
• Knowledge of assembly tools and ability to use measurement equipment such as verniers
• Familiarity with catalogue product configurations and ratio charts for accurate assembly
• Basic understanding of electric motor specifications, part numbers, and assembly according to product designation

• Thorough understanding of the products within the scope of work, including assembly processes for geared motors and electric motors
• Ability to read maintenance manuals for oil fill quantities and breather positioning
• Familiarity with ratio charts and catalogues for precise assembly