Summary: General Plastics Ltd is the premier manufacturer of rigid
plastic packaging in Kenya and the East Africa region.
Our
product range includes plastic bottles, jars, tubs, closures, caps and pumps.
In manufacturing, we employ blow moulding, injection moulding and stretch blow
technologies.
We are currently seeking to recruit a Maintenance Technician to be part of our versatile team.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure
compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and with applicable
laws and regulations issued by regulatory agencies;
- Install,
adjust and repair Injection and blow moulding machines, trimmers, chillers
and other related equipment;
- Inspect
and replace pneumatic and hydraulic hoses;
- Inspect,
rebuild and replace valves and pumps;
- Perform
preventative maintenance on all related equipment;
- Maintain
machines in optimal processing condition;
- Weld,
fabricate and repair various machines;
- Troubleshoot,
locate root problems and repair support equipment;
- Maintain
regular cross-functional communication with other relevant departments;
- Maintain
records of work performed as required;
- May
operate blow moulding or injection machines if required.
Qualifications
and Experience
- Diploma
in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Three
(3) to five (5) years’ experience in the plastic moulding industry;
- Ability
to troubleshoot, repair or replace all components of Injection Moulding
machines, Blow Moulding Machinery and equipment. This includes but is not
limited to all electrical equipment, hydraulics, mechanical, piping,
pumps, and pneumatics in the Moulding Department;
- Ability
to read parts breakdowns and machine schematics;
- Analytical
with good problem solving skills;
- Keen
attention to detail and strong organization skills;
- Well-developed
communication skills.
How to
apply:
Send a soft copy of your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees to:
Adept Systems
Management
Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Closing
Date: Friday 24th September 2016
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.