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Are you a qualified Millwright who enjoys leading from the front? Our client is a well-established and highly respected manufacturer within the packaging industry, supplying products into the FMCG and food sectors. They are looking for an experienced. Maintenance Supervisor to join their engineering team and play a key role in ensuring the reliability, performance and continuous improvement of a modern, high-speed manufacturing facility. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who still enjoys being hands-on while developing their leadership career. The role offers a balance of approximately 60% technical maintenance 40% supervision, planning and team leadership. The Role Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will supervise a team of approximately 20 people ensuring planned and breakdown maintenance is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. The plant operates a variety of automated production equipment including extrusion, forming and packaging machinery, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Supervise, coach and develop the maintenance team Allocate work, monitor progress and ensure quality of completed maintenance. Lead by example with a hands-on approach to mechanical and electrical fault finding. Coordinate planned preventative maintenance programmes. Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimise production downtime. Diagnose faults across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and automation systems Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives. Manage maintenance housekeeping and 5S standards Work closely with Procurement to ensure critical spares are available Maintain maintenance records and reporting Conduct first-line performance management and discipline where required. Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company standards. Requirements Qualified Millwright (Red Seal) 5-10 years' maintenance experience within an FMCG manufacturing environment (see more information about Industry / Experience) 3-5 years' supervisory or team leadership experience and mechanical fault-finding ability Experience with PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation. Knowledge of Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), hydraulics and pneumatics. Experience working on high-speed production equipment. Computer literate Highly Desirable Industry Experience Preference will be given to candidates from: Plastic packaging manufacturing Film extrusion PET manufacturing PVC processing Thermoforming Blow moulding Flexible packaging Candidates from other high-speed FMCG manufacturing environments will also be considered, including: Food manufacturing Beverage production Can manufacturing Other continuous manufacturing operations (automated environment) Benefits R50 000 CTC (Negotiable, depending on experience) If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take the next step in your maintenance career, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered for this exciting opportunity. POPIA Disclaimer By submitting your application for this position, you acknowledge that your personal information will be processed by Square 1 Recruitment in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) for recruitment and placement purposes. Your information will be handled confidentially and will only be shared with prospective employers where appropriate as part of the recruitment process.
Square 1 Recruitment
2018
Fourways
2-10
Recruiter
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Square 1 Recruitment is a Professional Recruitment Agency with a focus on sourcing and placing technical people, into Permanent Roles. We work with companies across Multiple Industries in the South African Market. WE UNDERSTAND THAT GREAT AMBITION WITHOUT GREAT PEOPLE, IS IRRELEVANT!
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