Tufting Mechanician

Key Accountabilities and Outputs:

Working closely with R&D department with future development of products on Machine settings to be able deliver at trial stages.
Working with the Tufting Apprentice on maintenance of machinery as part of their practical learning and development.
Ordering and replenishing stock such as machine spares (motors, clutches, oil filters, hydraulic parts, pneumatic parts, hooks, needles, loopers for the workshop to ensure that shift has sufficient supplies.
Carries out looper, knife and needle change accurately
Carry out general maintenance on all machines
Carry out machine settings according the ISO45001 Standards
Responsible for carrying out product change overs according to the product specifications
Assist with Installations within the Tufting department
Performs fault finding on machines during breakdowns
Responsible for performing technical procedures on machines accurately
Ensure adherence to the ISO Standards
Ensure housekeeping is adhered to according to the OHSA
Must work within the company rules
Must follow procedure for primary backing changes on machines accurately to reduce any damage to the machine
Responsible for increasing and decreasing the widths on machine when following seaming plans to ensure customer needs are met as per product specifications
Responsible for all relevant maintenance documents, technical documents and logbooks such as breakdown slips, Time shifts and Toolbox talks.

Requirements

Matric with Math
Completed a CTFL /Carpet Technology Learnership
Completed a 3-year Tufting Mechanician Apprenticeship
Trade Tested
2-3 years working experience in a supervisory role
Ability to work on heights
Ability to work in confined spaces due to operational requirements
Ability to work in standing position for extended hours
Must be comfortable working on elevated surfaces
Must be flexible to working extended hours

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