Process Artisan

Job Description

• Mechanical and Electrical Fault-Finding

• Preventive and Autonomous Maintenance (PM/AM)

• Machine Setup, Changeovers, and Optimization

• Technical Problem-Solving

• Equipment Calibration and Testing

• Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)

• Quality and Process Control

• Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance

• PM Notifications and Maintenance Logs

• Technical Support for Line Start-up and Shutdown

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance and Reliability

• Perform planned and preventive maintenance on production equipment as per maintenance

• Conduct fault-finding, repairs, and replacements on mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.

• Respond swiftly to breakdowns to reduce line stoppages and improve

• Conduct condition monitoring and raise notifications where

Production Line Support

• Ensure optimal line performance by supporting daily operations with technical

• Perform and verify correct line start-up, changeovers, and

• Collaborate with Operators and Process Controllers to troubleshoot and resolve in-line

Quality Assurance and Control

• Monitor and adjust equipment to meet product specifications and quality

• Conduct line checks, verifications, and calibrations of sensors and critical control points (CCPs).

• Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, and ISO

Safety and Compliance

• Perform risk assessments and ensure work is done in line with SHEQ

• Report safety hazards, conduct equipment isolations (LOTO), and comply with permit

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area (5S and Housekeeping compliance)

Continuous Improvement.

• Participate in root cause analysis, problem-solving, and line improvement

• Identify recurring issues and recommend technical

• Contribute to knowledge sharing with peers and support skills transfer across

Documentation and Reporting

• Complete job cards, checklists, and equipment logs ERP

• Accurately document maintenance history, spare parts usage, and equipment

• Provide feedback to the Team Leader for planning and continuous improvement actions.

Skills, Experience & Education

Education

• National Diploma or Trade Test Certificate (NQF Level 4-6) in: Mechanical Fitting, Millwright, Electrical, Mechatronics

• Valid Trade Test is essential

• Pneumatics, Hydraulics, and PLC training is an advantaage

Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years post-apprenticeship experience in an FMCG manufacturing or bottling environment.

• Proven experience in high-speed packaging lines and automated production systems.

• Working knowledge of maintenance planning and execution.

Skills

• Strong mechanical and/or electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills

• Proficiency in machine repairs, setups, and format changes

• Basic understanding of PLC systems and SCADA interfaces (advantageous)

• Knowledge of manufacturing safety standards and risk management

• Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, and ISO quality systems

• Strong technical documentation and report-writing skills

• Good communication, teamwork, and shift handover practices

General

• Equipment Availability (Planned and Actual)

• Mean Time to Repair (MTTR)

• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)

• Downtime per Line/Shift

• First-Time Fix Rate

• Quality Incident Rate (technical-related)

• Compliance to Maintenance Plan (%)

• Safety Incidents and Near Misses

• Adherence to 5S and GMP Standards