Process PET Technician
Process PET Technician
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10-04-2025
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10-04-2025
Job Description
Our client a specialist in bespoke packaging based in Western Cape South Africa
A leading manufacturer of bespoke packaging solutions for the personal care household pharmaceutical and food & beverage markets is looking for an experienced Process PET Technician to join their dynamic team.
Purpose of the Role:
This role requires a highly skilled professional with expertise in PET processing machine setting and troubleshooting.
Role: Process PET Technician
Location: Western Cape: SA
Education & Experience:
Purpose of the Role:
This role requires a highly skilled professional with expertise in PET processing machine setting and troubleshooting.
Role: Process PET Technician
Location: Western Cape: SA
Education & Experience:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Bachelors Degree / Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in PET processing machine setting or a related manufacturing environment.
- Clear criminal record
Role & Responsibilities
Technical Support & Machine Maintenance:
- Identify troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to machines moulds and production equipment.
- Ensure a thorough understanding of PET processing including material feeding drying injection moulding reheat stretch blow moulding and injection blow moulding.
- Conduct fault analysis and troubleshooting to resolve product quality and processing issues mould defects and machine malfunctions (mechanical hydraulic pneumatic or electrical).
- Develop and implement maintenance schedules and checklists to ensure machine reliability.
- Document and maintain records of maintenance activities.
- Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement as needed.
- Develop adjust and document machine settings for optimal performance and efficiency.
- Ensure machines are set correctly for each production run.
- Conduct process improvements to optimize cycle times and product quality.
- If necessary for troubleshooting safely operate machines with bypassed safety switches while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Work closely with Maintenance & Production Managers to coordinate machine availability and maintenance scheduling.
- Communicate production concerns technical issues and job progress to relevant stakeholders.
- Maintain strong collaboration with internal teams (QC Production and Maintenance) and external partners (suppliers toolrooms and technical teams).
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by researching and implementing new techniques or solutions.
- Ensure adherence to company quality principles and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Monitor product quality and analyze defects to drive corrective actions.
- Implement and comply with the Food Safety Management System (FSMS).
- Report any food safety hazards or quality issues to management.
- Enforce health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
- Report and document accidents incidents and nearmisses as per company policy.
- Maintain logs of performed jobs defect reports and process adjustments.
- Work with managers to analyze defect trends and improve production outcomes.
- Liaise with external suppliers for technical support spare parts and service quotes.
- Assist in budget planning for maintenance and repairs.
- Identify personal development areas and take steps to improve skills.
- Stay updated with industry trends technical advancements and best practices.
- Engage in continuous learning through supplier interactions training materials and technical research.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.
- Ensure the team is wellinformed and prepared to handle technical tasks independently.
- Lead by example and act as a role model in work ethics and professionalism
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