Fitter and Turner

📍 ⏰ Expires 05 November 2026

Description

We are searching for a driven and technically strong Fitter and Turner to join a leading organization in the plastics manufacturing sector. KEY JOB DIMENSIONS • Conducting and coordinating all maintenance on machinery and equipment. • Attending to mechanical breakdowns and ensuring prompt resolutions. • Implementing and completing maintenance schedules and programs for each machine. • Building an inventory of essential spares for all machinery to minimize downtime. • Controlling the usage of machine spares • Assisting production to achieve optimum efficiencies • Advising on and implementing technical improvements where appropriate and cost -effective. • Ensuring that machines are running smoothly for all shifts. • Performing preventative maintenance to reduce machine-related quality defects. • Conducting routine inspections of machinery to identify potential issues affecting product quality. • Documenting all maintenance activities that have an impact on product quality. • Coordinating with production teams to troubleshoot and resolve machine-related quality problems. • Adhering to safety protocols and procedures during maintenance activities.

Requirements

• Proven knowledge of plastic manufacturing. • Diagnostic skills • Problem Solving skills • Strong analytical communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to work independently • Apprenticeship or Class 1 Trade Tested. • 5 ‘O’ levels including English and Maths. • Good knowledge of the plastics industry is a pre-requisite. • A minimum of 2 years working experience in a similar role.

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