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Key Responsibilities:
Operate the Horizontal Flow Wrap packing machine to ensure the smooth flow of production.
Set up the machine according to the specific product packaging requirements.
Perform regular checks and adjustments to ensure optimal machine performance.
Monitor product quality during the packing process to ensure consistency.
Perform visual inspections and quality checks on packaged products.
Address any quality issues immediately, reporting them to the supervisor.
Conduct routine maintenance on the Flow Wrap machine to prevent downtime.
Identify and troubleshoot mechanical or operational issues.
Coordinate with the maintenance team for any major repairs or technical support.
Follow all safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment.
Adhere to company policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
Report any hazards or safety concerns immediately.
Maintain accurate records of production output, machine settings, and maintenance activities.
Document any issues, solutions, and adjustments made during the shift
Work closely with the production team to ensure timely product output.
Communicate with the warehouse, quality assurance, and maintenance departments as needed.
 
Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: 1-2 years of experience operating packing machines or similar production equipment.
Technical Skills: Basic mechanical knowledge and familiarity with packing machinery, particularly Flow wrap or similar equipment.
Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods and lift items up to 20 kg if necessary.
Preferred Skills:
Knowledge of automated packing processes.
Ability to troubleshoot machinery and minor repairs.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
Working Conditions:
Shifts may include rotating or flexible shifts, depending on production needs.
Environment: Factory or production floor with potential exposure to noise and moving machinery.

FORKLIFT MECHANIC
* Trade Tested
* Matric or equivalent
* 4-5 Year's Material Handling/Capital Equipment Equipment
Industry experience

* Diagnose & Repair Equipment, including Diesel & Gas Engines,
Transmissions & Hydraulic Systems
* Conduct for Major Repairs & Perform Routine Maintenance
* Knowledge of Basic Electrical Diagnostics such as Light
Switches & Fuses
* Analyses & Diagnoses Customer Equipment problems
* Perform Equipment Inspections
* Willing to Work Overtime/Standby, if and when required
* CLEAN CRIMINAL RECORD - will be verified

Candidate must be based in Durban

Key Duties:

• Perform daily validation of laboratory equipment and maintain up-to-date calibration records.
• Conduct routine analyses of incoming raw materials in line with established testing protocols.
• Perform final testing on produced products, identify and report any variances according to specified test methods.
• Record quality control data accurately in QC spreadsheets and relevant documentation systems.
• Conduct QC testing on toll-manufactured raw materials and finished blends; update cardex records for both raw materials and finished products.
• Ensure general housekeeping of the laboratory, maintaining compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Maintain laboratory equipment and coordinate external calibrations based on the calibration inventory schedule.
• Support product research and development initiatives to meet customer specifications and requirements.
• Assist with inventory management tasks, including stock-taking and tracking of laboratory reagents and materials.
• Investigate customer complaints through structured research and report findings accordingly.
• Generate Certificates of Analysis (COAs) for all manufactured products and manage updates on the Dropbox system.
• Distribute COAs to the sales department and toll customers upon request.
• Purchase and standardize laboratory reagents required for testing procedures.
• Print and apply batch stickers for products that have passed quality checks.
• Maintain accurate records by filing batch sheets, raw material COAs, and Panoil COAs.
• Coordinate monthly Panoil microbiological testing, ensuring timely analysis and result capturing.
• Manage the storage and organization of retention samples for both finished products and raw materials.
• Request and manage label printing for Engen products and manufactured blends.
• Arrange for external testing of finished products when required, and record the results provided by external laboratories.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and FSSC 22000 standards at all times.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) as needed.
• Train laboratory staff on relevant SOPs to ensure adherence to departmental processes.
• Provide ongoing support for R&D activities in accordance with company SOPs.

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Diploma in analytical chemistry or BSC Chemistry
• 3 5 years working experience and computer literate

Key responsibilities:

• Overseeing daily mining operations for enhanced efficiency and productivity
• Plan, organise, lead and monitor the production process
• Providing leadership and guidance to the mining team to achieve production targets
• Implementing, reinforcing, and ensuring compliance to safety standards and protocols
• Ensure optimal plant utilisation & availability
• Efficient people management harnessing collaboration and teamwork
• Collaborating with various departments to coordinate activities and resolve operational challenges
• Implementing best practices to improve overall pit performance

Minimum requirements:

• Grade 12
• Opencast Blasting Certificate
• Competent person A certificate
• National Diploma Mining Engineering will be an advantage
• 10years relevant open cast experience
• 2years middle management experience
• Experience in Processing plant and mine planning - will be advantageous
• Computer literacy in MS Office
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and best practices
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven leadership and managerial skills
• English proficiency
• Good report writing skills
• Valid drivers license
• Physically fit and able to pass a medical/fitness test
• Ability to operate without supervision and be able to work under pressure
• Be a selfstarter and able to work according to deadlines
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills

Duties:

• Development of control concepts for Automation systems based on RFQs.
• Develop detailed bill of materials from control concepts.
• Document the control concept in E-Plan software.
• Continually improve design philosophy based on international and local electrical standards.
• Apply electrical principals to ensure sound operation of company projects.

Requirements:

• Matric
• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Light Current) advantageous
• 3 + Years experience in E-Plan version 8
• Strong understanding of electrical processes and knowledge of SANS 10142
• Electrical panel building skills
• Intermediate Excel proficiency
• Drivers License and own transport essential Flexible and able to work overtime on short notice

Requirements:

• Matric
• Electrical Engineer qualifications
• Project Management experience
• Experience within in the automotive/automation industry

Minimum Requirements:

• 2 to 5 Years of experience
• Bachelor's Degree In Electrical Engineering
• CAD Experience
• ⁠Knowledge of MCCs
• Knowledge of MV Switchgear
• Experience in developing the following: Load Lists, Transformer Sizing, Cable Schedules, Racking and Routing, procurement datasheets, and specifications

Advantageous Requirements

• E-Plan Experience
• Project Management
• ⁠Control System Design
• PLC Programming
• Turnkey EC&I Project
• Experience Testing and commissioning of electrical systems
• Experience with ETAP software

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 3 years experience as a Workshop Foreman
• Must be able to lead a team
• Must have a valid Drivers Licence
• Must have relevant Trade Test qualifications (merSETA | Olifantsfontein | QCTO)
• Advance Hydraulics knowledge
• Volume brand experience will be beneficial
• Contactable references

Salary Structure

• Basic Salary of R 24 000 to R 26 000 based on experience
• Incentives (Up to 10K)
• Benefits
  

(Only suitable candidates will be shortlisted and contacted within 14 days)

Minimum Requirements:

• Completed Degree in Finance/Accounting.
• Completed articles.
• Minimum 5 years experience at management level.
• Group consolidation experience.
• MUST have current or recent experience in the Freight Forwarding/Logistics industry.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, including IFRS.
• Exposure to foreign currency transactions and hedging.

Personality traits:

• Ability to work independently.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full financial function, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Provide leadership and guidance to the finance team
• Drive strategic financial planning and contribute to executive decision-making
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and governance standards
• Collaborate with commercial and operations teams to optimise processes
• Analyse and manage financial risks, cash flow, and cost structures
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls and systems
• Support and lead financial audits and year-end processes
• Compile and present monthly shareholder reporting packs
• Collaborate with business units to prepare and review monthly financial reporting packs
• Oversee group-level cash flow reporting and management
• Perform and manage group consolidations across entities
• Support due diligence processes when required
• Manage the Group Profit & Loss statement
• Evaluate and improve business unit financial processes to drive profitability and efficiency

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:

• To ensure service and repair are carried out to the highest standard of quality possible to ensure customer satisfaction.
• To ensure efficient use of material, equipment, and labour resources.
• To control and supervise staff in the use of equipment and tools to effect repair and diagnosis of vehicle faults and service to vehicles.

RELATIONSHIPS AND PERSONAL ACTIVITIES:

• Directly responsible to the Service Manager.
• Responsible for technicians, apprentices, workshop cleaner/s, wash-bay staff, diagnostic and repair equipment, tools, gauges and measuring equipment.
• Relationships with customers, company staff, manufacturers representatives and other representatives, Health and Safety Officials and training authorities.

OBJECTIVES AND KEY TASKS

Improved profitability:

• To ensure maximum effective use of equipment and labour ensuring high productivity output.
• To ensure all chargeable materials are recorded on job cards for invoicing.
• To ensure minimum wastage of consumable materials.

Customer Satisfaction:

• To ensure a customer satisfying level of service and repair quality.
• To ensure vehicles cleanliness is maintained during service and repair.

Health and Safety:

• To ensure staff take all precautions necessary to effect health and safety in the workshop.
• To ensure customers are protected from any possible dangers or hazards in the workshop

MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS:

Staff:

• To ensure staffs are trained to enable high levels of quality and efficiency.
• To ensure jobs are fairly and correctly allocated to technicians.
• To supervise tests and ensure correct use of equipment and document security.
• Cross departmental disciplines.
• To ensure all repair orders are correctly costed, operational numbers and defect codes are forwarded to the costing office for pricing.
• Maintain reasonable control over sublet suppliers, using competent suppliers at the best costing and who can provide timeous delivery.

Security:

• Ensure customers property is secure.
• Ensure all materials and parts drawn from the Parts Department are accounted for.
• Ensure all equipment and documentation and material
  
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Duties:

• Self-innovation to create concepts that will be transferred into software models and drawings of products
• Engineering calculations for sizing of products and parts
  Organize and maintain existing engineering records and ISO standards
• Perform physical testing on engineering prototypes
• Detail mechanical design (PowerPoint/AutoCAD) to be presented to customer for sign-off
• Research new materials and methods of development
• Detail mechanical drawings and interface to manufacturing workshop
• Obtaining quotations for project parts and tracking receiving dates thereof
• Ensure components and assemblies adhere to applicable industry and business standards
• Prepare detail mechanical site installation plan
• Planning and execution of project/s
• Create maintenance, procedure manuals and spares and wear list of facilities
• Recommission and commissioning of equipment
• Standby and Callouts

Requirements:

• Tertiary education essential
• Project Management
• Quality Focus and Analysing Information
• Emphasizing Excellence
• Extensive knowledge of metal fabrication processes
• Conceptualizing for various specialised machines
• Analysing Information and attention to detail
• SolidWorks 3D/Inventor CAD software essential
• AutoCAD 2D software
• Strong understanding of current cutting tool technology
• 5+years experience in mechanical design