About the position
Our client in the manufacturing industry is urgently looking for a mechanical fitter to assist in the plant. If you have the below requirement , kindly share your cv to [Email Address Removed]
Minimum requirements and Qualifications
- Matric
- Mechanical fitter qualification
- 5 years or more experience in Pharmaceutical and Manufacturing industry
Duties
Equipment Installation and Commissioning
- Install new production and packaging machinery.
- Assemble mechanical components according to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Assist with equipment commissioning, testing, and validation activities.
Preventive Maintenance
- Perform scheduled maintenance on production equipment.
- Inspect machinery for wear, alignment issues, leaks, and mechanical defects.
- Replace worn parts such as bearings, seals, belts, gears, and pumps.
Breakdown Maintenance
- Diagnose mechanical faults and equipment failures.
- Carry out repairs to minimize production downtime.
- Work closely with electrical technicians and engineers during troubleshooting.
Equipment Overhaul and Repairs
- Dismantle, repair, and reassemble machinery.
- Recondition pumps, valves, gearboxes, mixers, conveyors, and compressors.
- Conduct precision alignment and fitting of mechanical components.
Compliance and Documentation
- Complete maintenance records, work orders, and inspection reports.
- Follow pharmaceutical Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.
- Ensure maintenance activities comply with quality and validation procedures.
Health, Safety, and Hygiene
- Follow safety procedures and permit-to-work systems.
- Maintain cleanliness standards required in pharmaceutical environments.
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ensure equipment is maintained in a way that prevents product contamination.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
- Participate in root-cause analysis of recurring failures.
- Suggest modifications to reduce downtime and maintenance costs.
Typical Equipment Maintained
- Mixing vessels and reactors
- Pumps and piping systems
- HVAC systems
- Compressors and vacuum systems
- Packaging machines
- Conveyors
- Water treatment and purification systems
- Clean-in-Place (CIP) and Sterilize-in-Place (SIP) systems
Skills Required
- Mechanical fitting and machining skills
- Reading engineering drawings
- Knowledge of pumps, valves, bearings, and hydraulics/pneumatics
- Fault-finding and troubleshooting
- Understanding of GMP and pharmaceutical regulations
- Good documentation and communication skills
Desired Skills:
- Fitter and Turner
- Maintanance technician
- Mechanical fitter
