Mechanical Fitter (Shutdowns)

You'll keep machines turning and parts in spec at the plastics injection moulding factory in Midrand. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

You'll be based at a plastics injection moulding factory in Midrand. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

• Help with electrical fault-finding on motors and sensors as a millwright
• Record work and spares used on the job card or CMMS
• Program and run CNC machines from engineering drawings
• Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems on production lines
• Machine shafts, bushes and keyways on a lathe and milling machine
• Follow the lockout procedure before any work on machinery

• You read engineering drawings and measure with micrometers and verniers
• Basic understanding of the General Machinery Regulations
• Willing to work shifts, standby and weekend shutdowns
• At least 2 years as a qualified artisan in a factory or workshop
• N2 or N3 engineering subjects
• Trade test as Fitter and Turner, Fitter, Millwright or Toolmaker

• Hydraulic and pneumatic courses
• Food safety awareness for food and drink plants
• CNC programming experience

• Chance to study further toward a technician diploma
• Paid overtime on shutdowns
• Shift and standby allowances
• Tool allowance

• Expect a practical test. Measure twice and work cleanly, because the assessor watches your habits as much as the result.
• If you can machine parts as well as fit them, say so clearly. Many factories want both skills in one person.