Process Artisan - Krugersdorp

Company:
RCL Foods

Functions:
Engineering

Job Type Classification:
Permanent

Location - Town / City:
Krugersdorp

Job Description:
RCL FOODS is a deeply rooted South African food manufacturer that produces some of the country’s most-loved brands, including Yum Yum peanut butter, Nola mayonnaise, Ouma rusks, and Selati sugar, just to name a few. At the heart of our culture and strategy is our Purpose – WE GROW WHAT MATTERS – which reflects our belief in collectively doing that little more to create a positive impact that truly matters. Visit our website: www.rclfoods.com RCL Foods is looking for an experienced Process Artisan to join our Pies division in Krugersdorp . The Process Artisan is responsible for machine operating, monitoring and ensuring optimal equipment performance, reliability, and production process efficiency through first-line maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, and continuous improvement activities. The role provides rapid response to machine and process-related issues to minimise downtime, improve equipment reliability, and reduce dependency on engineering resources for routine breakdowns and adjustments. The incumbent will perform running and static inspections, execute basic mechanical and electrical fault finding, support reliability and preventive maintenance initiatives, and drive equipment performance improvements while maintaining food safety, quality, and safety standards.

Minimum Requirements:
Grade 12 essential Technical trade or Red Seal certificate (minimum) Minimum 2 years’ experience in FMCG manufacturing in similar role. Experience in operating and troubleshooting automated production equipment. Experience in mechanical fault finding and equipment inspections. Proven ability to resolve machine breakdowns and process issues. Experience working with continuous improvement methodologies Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards Ability to interpret technical documentation and production data

Duties & Responsibilities:
Machine Operation • Operate and monitor production equipment to achieve production targets. • Conduct machine startup checks, product changeovers, and line shutdowns. • Execute technical process-related challenges. • Optimise line efficiency and product quality. First-Line Maintenance and Troubleshooting • Diagnose and resolve routine mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical machine faults. • Perform first-line corrective maintenance to restore equipment functionality. • Replace approved wear components and consumables. • Conduct fault-finding on sensors, drives, motors, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and machine assemblies. • Escalate major breakdowns requiring specialist engineering intervention. Equipment Reliability • Conduct structured running inspections during production. • Conduct static inspections during planned stoppages. • Identify equipment deterioration and abnormal conditions. • Report and manage defects through maintenance systems. • Contribute to condition-monitoring activities. • Support development and execution of machine reliability plans. Preventive Maintenance • Execute operator asset care and autonomous maintenance activities. • Assist Engineering with preventive maintenance activities. • Perform cleaning, lubrication, tightening, inspection, and adjustment activities. • Verify machine readiness after maintenance interventions. Continuous Improvement • Participate in root cause analysis investigations. • Drive implementation of corrective actions. • Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives. • Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, safety, quality, and efficiency. Safety, Food Safety and Quality • Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP and food safety requirements. • Complete quality checks and related documentation. • Report quality deviations and equipment conditions that may impact product quality. • Ensure safe operation of all equipment. • Apply lockout and isolation principles where required. • Identify unsafe conditions and corrective actions. • Participate in safety audits and risk assessments.