Tiger brands invite people who are willing to join their team as an artisan assistant
Location:Pietermaritzburg
Closing date:not specified
Maintenance Support
- Assist artisans with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on milling equipment (e.g. rollers, sifters, conveyors, elevators)
- Support breakdown repairs to minimize production downtime
- Perform basic maintenance tasks such as: Cleaning of machinery Lubrication of moving parts Assisting with part replacements
Plant Operations Support
- Help maintain continuous plant operation by responding quickly to maintenance requests
- Support shutdowns and start-ups of milling lines
- Assist in identifying early signs of equipment failure
Safety & Compliance
- Adhere to all OHS (Occupational Health & Safety) requirements
- Ensure proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- Close out safety job cards and report hazards immediately
- Comply with food safety standards (GMP & HACCP)
Housekeeping (5S)
- Maintain high housekeeping standards in: Workshop Stores Production areas
- Ensure tools and materials are stored correctly and safely
Stores & Materials Handling
- Assist with issuing and receiving of maintenance spares
- Ensure proper handling of parts to prevent contamination (critical in food production)
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Maintenance job card closure rate
- Equipment downtime reduction support
- 5S audit scores
- Safety compliance (zero incidents)
- Response time to breakdowns
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Previous experience in a maintenance or plant environment (preferably milling or FMCG) advantage
- Medically fit to work in an industrial environment
- Basic computer literacy
In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
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