Millwright Fitter

Position Purpose / Objective:

Millwright/Fitter ensures that various components are assembled as per technical drawing specifications to create a complete machine ready to be sold.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Examining detailed drawings, route packs and specifications to establish job, material, and equipment requirements.
• Performing general fitting duties including the assembly of the full range of machines and accessories manufactured at Astec JHB.
• Planning, organizing, and implementing the sequential steps of machine assembly within the requirements of the work plan.
• Conducing running tests on assembled machines to ensure that quality standards are met.
• Completing test run reports and data sheets.
• Initiating and completing Works Orders and ensure timely sign off / close off for completed work along with relevant feedback information and other reports as required.
• Assisting with stripping of equipment when required.
• Adhering to build specifications and ensuring that it complies with the required quality standards.
• Providing daily feedback and reports to Supervisor on progress and work completed against schedule.
• Employing safe working procedures in all activities.
• Participate in Lean, 5S and Safety culture.
• Ensuring that the machines are kept clean and in good working order.
• Ensuring that tools are correctly used.
• Preventing damage to machines and tools.
• Setting up screening and crushing equipment including hydraulic power pack for FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) 3 phase 380/400/690V as per OEM specification.
• Basic electrical fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Basic hydraulic fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Analogue and PLC setup on hydraulic power pack.
• Ensuring compliance to QMS standards.

You will be required to perform any additional and lawful duties that might not be listed in the job description, but which falls within your grade or grades below as and when required.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Red Seal Fitter.
• Valid Overhead Crane Driver’s license.

Experience:

• Three years’ post trade test experience in the assembly of capital equipment.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a heavy engineering environment.
• Experience in mounting and dismounting of large bearings.

Character:

• Reliable individual with sober habits.

Computer Proficiency:

• Not required.

Other:

• The ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• The ability to use a cutting torch and welding machines.
• The ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to work shifts.

Pay: R13 877,38 - R47 738,61 per month

Application Question(s):

• The candidate needs to be an Qualified Red Seal Fitter.
• The candidate will need a valid Overhead Crane Driver's License.
• Candidates need 3 years' post trade test experience in the assembly of capital equipment.
• Candidates need at least 5 years experience in a heavy engineering environment.
• The ideal candidate needs experience in mounting and dismounting of large bearings.
• The successful candidate must be able to read and interpret technical drawings, operate cutting torches and welding machines, and perform duties effectively in a high-pressure environment.

Work Location: In person