Tzaneen, Limpopo, South Africa
14 days ago
Mechatronics / PLC Technician
Requirements:
Electro-mechanical Trade Test (eg Millwright) or equivalent Previous exposure to PLC’s and programming. Omron experience will be advantageous  Technical experience with regards to mechanical and industrial electricity Electronic and IT knowledge experience Fully bilingual (English and Afrikaans). Spanish or French would be an advantage  Must have a valid Driver’s licence and valid / renewable passport The successful candidate must be willing to travel - mostly in South Africa but international travel will be required time to time  Responsibilities:
Installation and commissioning of new machinery from inception to completion focusing on:                Electronics and IT
               PLC and Automation 
Reduce and minimise minor stoppages and time loss due to operational stops by providing after sales service focusing on:                 PLC Assistance
                Electronic and It Assistance
                Mechanical and Electrical Repairs and Adjustments 
Deal and follow up on customer queries and complaints.  Provide detailed feedback to the group in order to implement technical solutions  Encourage a "learn from experience" culture within the technical team by sharing and re-applying technical knowledge to improve efficiency of the team  Specialised training, unique to the company will be provided to the successful candidate  PLC troubleshooting Creating and following a set of procedures for a successful implementation according to all electronic equipment. Installing, adjusting & maintenance of electronic equipment. According to the consumer’s specification and plans, to be able to make and control the assembly of the electronic systems within the line. Assisting and providing support to technicians in prioritising and reducing minor stoppages, operational stop & change over time losses. Encouraging the learn from experience system by capturing, sharing and re-applying technical knowledge. Guarantees the correct application of technical rules, standards, methodology and tools. Analyses operation to be done in order to install electronics on the process line. Diagnose disfunctions and repair them. Develop electronic and IT programme. Dealing with Customer’s complaints Provides the best equipment settings (Electronic & hardware) to ensure equipment operates in normal conditions and changeovers are executed effectively and efficiently. Creates and uses tools to determine best solution to a problem or loss. In agreement with the Head Office Electronic Department, propose and coordinate updates according to the department procedures. Participates in the Executive committee meetings, reporting progress and deviations analysis through an action Candidate must be willing to come to the Western Cape for 4-6 months training period.  Company will carry expenses.
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