Mechanical Technician

SENIORITY LEVEL: Non-Management

FUNCTION: Operations

LOCATION: Harare

REPORTS TO: Shift Leader

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

To proficiently operate at least one of the following technologies in SMD; a Protos Cigarette Maker or a GD Cigarette Packer or a KDF Filter Maker and be able to operate at least one other technology as a reliever (e.g., The maker operator should be able to relive the packing operator during meal breaks). He/she will also leadmajorpreventivemaintenance& overhaul,installations & commissioning on at least one of the technologies installed in SMD; a Protos Cigarette Maker or a GD Cigarette Packer or a KDF Filter Maker.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Lead, support and executeTechnical Operators in attending to any machine breakdowns promptly.
• Carrying out planned maintenance inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Proficiently operate a Protos Cigarette Maker or a GD Cigarette Packer or a KDF Filter Maker efficiently to achieve agreed production targets while giving the updates on the machine performance and tasks.
• Lead and support the operators to ensure proper machine settings across the factory to ensure good quality.
• Carry out modifications to improve on performance following a decision to do so by the manager.
• Ensure key sub-assembly spares are available when required and in good condition.
• Lead Technical Operators in carrying out machine conversions when necessary.
• Lead the team of Technical Operators in projects such as installations and commissioning.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE

• At least 5 years’ experience working in a factory setting in a similar position in a manufacturing environment
• Technical Operator with demonstrated Preventive Maintenance skills and ability and able to competently carry-out machine overhauls on at least a Protos or GD or KDF in SMD including service and utility equipment.
• Consistently demonstrate positive leadership attributes and leads by example to be a good role model for your managers, peers, and Technical Operators.
• Own at least one Daily Management System
• Provide task teams with all information and guidance they need to execute assigned projects.
• Participate in Pillar activities
• Proactively create opportunities for development and growth for all trainees and technical operators through coaching and clear/constructive/timely feedback
• Deals with performance issues in a timely and transparent manner.
• Actively participate and lead Integrated Work Systems activities and initiatives through others to contribute to the team success
• Consistently demand discipline of self and others to raise standards and deliver stretch results.
• Step in to support other technical operators and Trainees to ensure timely and effective resolution of operational challenges.
• Lead others through Gap analysis and troubleshooting by using problem solving and improvement tools
• The Job Holder must have at least a National Diploma in Engineering

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