Red Seal Packaging Millwright / Unit Manager (3 month contract) - MUST reside in Delmas

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

A leader in the FMCG sector is seeking experienced Red Seal Packaging Millwright to join their plant in Delmas on a 3-month assignment.

Must have a great track record as reference checks will be conducted upfront. 

Clear criminal record.

Packing Millwright – Keep the Heart of Our Plant Beating!

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for precision engineering? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where uptime is everything? Our client is calling on skilled Millwrights to power the packing operations and keep our world-class food production running at peak performance!

What You’ll Do

As Packing Millwright, you’ll be the go-to expert for maintaining and repairing electrical and mechanical equipment across the plant. Your mission: ensure continuous operation of all installations and drive the effectiveness of our Maintenance System.

Your daily impact will include:

Completing maintenance schedules and inspections to maintain 98% plant uptime
Performing root cause analysis and driving reliability improvements
Installing and removing equipment as needed
Supporting safe, efficient operations in line with Loss Control and Maintenance Policies
Commissioning new installations and ensuring safe functionality
Communicating issues and changes to team leads and stakeholders
Conducting proactive walkabouts and 5S visual management to spot threats before they strike

What You Bring

We’re looking for a dynamic, detail-driven technician with:

Millwright Red Seal (Trade Test)
5+ years in a multi-disciplinary FMCG engineering environment (Food Industry preferred)
N4–N6 qualification (advantageous)
Hands-on experience with packing equipment like Ishida multi-heads, sandiacre, loma, tapers, box makers, and more
Knowledge of weighing systems, PLC hardware, 480V circuits, and instrument calibration
Familiarity with SAP PM or similar CMMS
Ability to program/configure Servo and VFDs (a plus!)

Who You Are
You’re not just technically sharp—you’re a proactive team player who:

Is eager to learn and explore the entire plant
Communicates clearly and confidently
Has a keen eye for detail and a strong technical foundation
Solves problems with speed and precision
Champions continuous improvement and safety
Practices LOTO and complies with all safety protocols