Artisan Assistant – VKB Milling, Mokopane Jobs

About the Role

This position involves installing, maintaining, testing, and setting up electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment and systems at the plant. This includes electrical transmission and distribution equipment. You will also perform preventative maintenance while following all Food Safety standards and Health & Safety regulations. The goal is to create a safe and efficient work environment.

Requirements

• Grade 12 / NQF 4 with Mathematics and Science
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role in the manufacturing industry (preferably food manufacturing)
• Semi-qualification in Millwright engineering
• Valid driver’s license

Duties & Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, test, and set up mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment to meet operational needs.
• Manufacture, fit, and repair machine parts to ensure the plant runs smoothly.
• Find faults, diagnose issues, and fix mechanical and electrical systems.
• Carry out preventative maintenance based on schedules and standard procedures.
• Create, update, and close job cards on the On-Key system according to procedures and deadlines.
• Complete all scheduled On-Key tasks accurately.
• Report follow-up work, breakdowns, and downtime losses on the On-Key system.
• Submit accurate maintenance records and reports on time.
• Reduce equipment breakdowns and improve overall equipment availability.
• Report all breakdowns immediately to the Maintenance Manager.
• Conduct hourly checks on equipment and production lines to ensure they are ready for use.
• Make sure printers and related equipment in the packing department work before production starts.
• Complete all deep-cleaning job cards during planned maintenance shutdowns.
• Manage tools and spare parts effectively; report any losses to management.
• Handle shutdowns, cleaning, and asset care tasks.
• Take responsibility for tools and spares issued to you, following company procedures.
• Follow food safety, quality, safety, health, environment (SHE), and 20 Keys requirements.
• Complete all required food safety documents accurately and on time.
• Ensure all staff follow SHEQ rules and the organization’s safety systems.
• Attend SHEQ training as needed.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks requested by the Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Planner, Business Unit Manager, or their stand-in.

Skills

• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong analytical skills
• Personal resilience
• Good verbal and written communication
• Team player
• Analytical and precise
• High skills in fault finding and problem-solving
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Excel)
• People management and coordination skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Self-starter, enthusiastic, and trustworthy