Technical Officer

Job Description,This role is responsible for providing hands-on technical support to the explosive’s accessories assembly plants during normal processing as well as for product, process development, project support and continuous improvement, Overview,This role is responsible for providing hands-on technical support to the explosive’s accessories assembly plants during normal processing as well as for product, process development, project support and continuous improvement, Qualifications,National Diploma/B.Eng. or B. Tech in electronics/electrical/mechanical/mechatronics engineering or equivalentAdvantageous RequirementsQualification / Professional MembershipSix-sigma certificationIndustrial automation qualification, Experience,3 years demonstrated experience as a senior technician/ technical officer or technical specialist in a manufacturing assembly environment2 years demonstrated experience in an explosives plant and assembly plant1 year experience working with industrial robots and PLC’s3 year’s working experience in an automated manufacturing plant, Duties,Provision of technical and assembly plant support Ensuring the manufacturing is efficientProcess research and optimization projectsProduct development or process trialsProduct performance evaluationCustomer complaint investigationsOccasional training and supervision of operational staff during normal production or plant trialsDrive continuous improvement strategies for plant optimizationCoordinating six sigma improvement projects within the automation production environmentOccasional travel to support international assembly plantsWork with suppliers to optimise processes, Job Competencies,Job Related SkillsAbility to apply theoretical knowledge in a hands-on capacity to solve processing constraints.Ability to work hands-on and assist technicians with equipment breakdowns.Ability to train non-technical staff on technical process aspects.Ability to effectively communicate and interact with processing staff, process leaders and internal customersAttention to detailKnowledge of the production processesOrganizational and problem-solving skillsStrong technical skillsAbility to work with multi-skilled teams, General