Maintenance Foreman (FMCG)

R660k - R720k per annum

Queenstown

A leading FMCG company in the Eastern Cape has an excellent opportunity for a Maintenance Foreman. Reporting to the CEO, you will be responsible for leading the plant maintenance programme on-site while ensuring a safe working environment in compliance with the regulations, carrying out regular checks on all the manufacturing equipment ensuring that it can be produced to the desired machine efficiency.

Key Performance Areas

Manufacturing Performance:

Responsible for maximizing machine efficiencies and plant utilisation, through preventative maintenance, good workmanship in machine repairs and accurate troubleshooting of problems.
Collaborate with other departments to prioritize maintenance needs and ensure minimal disruption to operations.
Maintain a thorough understanding of equipment, machinery, and systems within the facility to address maintenance issues effectively.
Conduct regular inspections to identify potential maintenance needs and address them proactively.
Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs and equipment performance and generate reports as required.
Ensure that machine start-up times are adhered to.
Troubleshoot complex maintenance issues and provide technical expertise to resolve problems efficiently.
Monitor equipment performance, analyse data and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Maintenance Budget planning, costing and implementation.

Developing and managing maintenance and CAPEX budgets to optimize finance resources and support organisational goals.
Responsible for maintenance Project Planning, including costing and timing for implementation.
Control maintenance and contractor costs against budget.
Source and manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and equipment necessary for maintenance tasks.
Collaborate with external vendors and contractors as needed for specialised maintenance projects.

Staff Supervision and training

Supervise and lead a team of maintenance artisans, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient operations.
Manage the number of callouts and overtime hours of the maintenance team.
Responsible for the performance management of the maintenance team and the measurement of individual KPI achievement.

Maintenance Planning

Planning, scheduling and coordinating maintenance activities, including repairs, inspections and scheduled and preventative maintenance tasks.
Manage preventative maintenance schedule and measure adherence and effectiveness thereof.
Create and maintain a comprehensive maintenance plan per machine.

Health, Safety, Quality and Environment

Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies and industry standards throughout all maintenance activities.
Ensure compliance and adherence to company policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance and adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations.
Ensure compliance with FSSC22000.

Qualifications and Experience