Electronics Technician

Staff Solutions Recruitment is seeking an Electronics Technician in Eastern Cape, South Africa. Responsibilities include installing process control systems, conducting maintenance, optimizing control philosophies, and training staff. Qualifications require an N4-N5 equivalent in Electrical/Electronic certification and 3+ years in manufacturing with Siemens programming experience. The role demands strong problem-solving and leadership skills, with a focus on production targets and equipment optimization.
Key Responsibilities:
• Install new process control systems per company standards.
• Conduct loop checks, calibration, and field hardware maintenance.
• Review and optimize process control philosophies.
• Regularly audit and update process control programs according to ISO procedures.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation, including installation drawings, P&IDs, loop identification, and tagging.
• Coordinate machine output to optimize line performance.
• Ensure proper access control and maintain system backups.
• Perform fault finding and optimize electronic equipment, including PLC programming.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement workplace improvements.
• Train and coach production staff, artisans, and machine operators.
• Supervise and manage staff to meet production and asset optimization targets.
• Ensure adherence to Quality Management System (QMS) standards.

Qualifications and Experience:
• N4-N5 equivalent in Electrical/Electronic qualification (NQF 5).
• Trade certification as an Electrician/Electronic Technician equivalent to N5.
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment with 2+ years of Siemens software programming.
• Experience with various PLC systems, including Siemens S5 and S7.

Skills and Competencies:
• Strong problem-solving abilities and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of health, safety standards, and effective housekeeping principles.
• Ability to assist production controllers in troubleshooting machinery.
• Capable of functioning independently and within a team environment.
• Proficient in administrative and supervisory duties.

Key Attributes:
• Self-starter with excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Focused on achieving production targets and ensuring equipment optimization.
• Skilled in training and developing team capabilities.