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Maintenance Technician

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Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Maintenance Technician

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

Role reports to:

Maintenance Lead

Location:

Europe/Middle East/Africa, South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg

Work Location:

Fully Onsite

What you will do

Broad Purpose / Function:

  • Ensure GMP, EHS and Quality requirements are met in the area of responsibility.

  • Ensure equipment reliability by implementing and executing proper Good Engineering Practices (GEP)in order to support the delivery of the Production Plan and operational efficiency.

  • Actively participates in the identification and implementation of continuous improvements initiatives. Ensure wastages are minimized and packaging costs contained or improved.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Ensures GMP, EHS and Quality compliance during the execution of maintenance activities and all related tasks. Ensures compliance with work instructions according to the relevant SOP’s.

  • Contributes to the reduction of NCs (Non-Conformances), deviations and complaints. Participates in root cause analysis, countermeasures identification and implementation of CAPAs.

  • Record all maintenance activities on MAXIMO and ensure closure of all outstanding work orders.

  • Assist with the update or creation of new SOPs and new work instructions as required.

  • Provide equipment operational training to staff on the appropriate SOP’s, WI’s and any other procedures that may affect compliance and performance of equipment.

  • Lead, support and drive continuous improvement and OEE initiatives.

  • Execute planned preventative maintenance according to the schedule and perform maintenance tasks on production equipment and services in the event of a breakdown.

  • Support Site Acceptance Tests, installation, operational and performance qualification of new equipment as required.

  • Provide operational support to meet Production Plan requirements.

  • Review and update all planned maintenance schedules to ensure effective maintenance practice.

  • Identify and maintain critical spare parts of equipment.

  • Ensure that the settings of equipment are correct and in line with all the relevant SOP’s and set-up checklist.

  • Maintain the quality and condition of tooling and all equipment change parts.

  • Maintain record of all tool measurements as per GMP requirements.

  • Good Engineering Practice should be at the core of all maintenance activities.

  • Provide back-up assistance to equipment operators in the event of absenteeism or lack of required skill to continue normal operation.

  • Maintain good housekeeping in your area of responsibility by practicing 5S.

  • Complete required PTW for all non-routine work in your department and as per allocated schedules.

Qualifications / Experience / Requirements:

  • Qualified Fitter & Turner / Millwright (Artisan qualification) with completed apprenticeship.

  • 2 years’ experience in manufacturing/ packaging environment.

  • Experience with Tablet tooling management could be advantageous.

  • 3 years’ experience in operation and maintenance of plant machines and services.

  • PLC knowledge could be advantageous.

  • Good technical aptitude – be able to fault find and repair minor breakdowns.

  • Ability to follow clear instructions e.g. follow a planned maintenance procedure.

  • Must be systematic, neat, methodical and have attention to detail.

  • Knowledge in metrology could be advantageous.

  • Must be able to work under pressure.

  • Must be customer focused.

  • Good people skills and ability to work in teams.

  • Must be available for rotational shift work and overtime if required.

  • Previous exposure to the pharmaceutical manufacturing environment would be advantageous.

Skills:

  • Interpersonal skills; Active listening, provides constructive feedback, team player, communication skills.

  • Deadline and target driven approach and behavior.

  • Encourages input from the team on decision – collaboration.

  • User knowledge of Microsoft Office.

  • Computer literacy required.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.