Unilever is currently hiring for a Millwright Artisan  

Function: Supply Chain - Engineering

Reports to: Assistant Engineer

Scope: Factory based

Location: Maydon Wharf Factory

Terms & Conditions: Full time

ABOUT UNILEVER

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world. 

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

JOB PURPOSE

Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world.  If you are great at increasing machine reliability, then this role is just for you!

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

Preventive maintenance, basic repairs and minor overhauls to plant production and building equipment to ensure efficient operation of that equipment and production of a quality product. Perform all work in compliance with established safety, GMP, TPM and UMS standards.Respond to breakdowns and other issues brought to the attention of Maintenance (by supervision, operators or other personnel) as needed during operations, in a way that minimizes operational delays.Line changeovers, making all appropriate adjustments for efficient operation.Troubleshoot, fine tune or adjust equipment to insure proper operation.Routine visual inspection and/or testing of equipment and structures to identify and report any need for scheduled repairs.Lubrication of all plant equipment, repair, change and/or adjust product seals, gaskets, shafts, blades, O-rings, packing material (mechanical parts).Minor electrical work.Interpret and work from schematics.Installation and alignment of machinery and equipment.Preventive maintenance and repairs on utility services including but not limited to plumbing, air, vacuum systems, filters and HVAC.Participate in continuous improvement activities (for example TPM or similar activity).Follow established department and plant procedures, including (but not limited to) those related to preventive maintenance systems, obtaining parts, and taking corrective action when hazardous or potential loss conditions are found.Keeps tools, equipment and work area safe, clean and orderly. At all times work safely around equipment, tools and co-workers.Other duties as requested by supervision work with and assist other craftsmen and operations personnel as needed.

Experiences & Qualifications

N3 Certificate with 5 years’ experience or N2 Certificate with over 8 years' experience AND a valid Trade Test Certificate.Must have a minimal of 5 years FMCG exposure in chemical manufacturing process and packing.2- 3 years’ experience in a day shift artisan role, mechanical or electrical.Ability to perform all duties associated with position, with minimal supervision.Ability to perform work safely and maintain work areas in a manner that does not present a hazard to self, co-workers or products.Ability to recognize conditions that would have a negative impact on production or other facility operations and take appropriate follow-up action.Ability to work from drawings and sketches, repair and operating manuals, and written and oral instructions.Must provide tools meeting minimum requirements (as determined by supervisor) and maintain tools in a safe condition.Must be able to climb ladders, work safely at heights or in confined spaces, physically handle lifting of 25kg, and perform work in temperature extremes and wet conditions.Experience in general plant mechanical diagnostics, repair and maintenance, or ability to demonstrate equivalent knowledge.

Skills

AdaptabilityBehavioural safetyContinuous improvementMachine safetyProcess safetyReliability engineeringRoot cause analysisSpare parts managementStakeholder managementManagement systems

Leadership

You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.

Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors

PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner’s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.

Unilever is an equal opportunities employer and committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.  We are intentional in employing the best talent that reflects the demographics of our country and which will help build representation of currently under-represented groups. We therefore invite applications from all candidates representing diversity of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. When appointing potential candidates, the South African Employment Equity and Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Legislation will be considered.  

 

We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. If you are applying as a foreign national, please note that you may be requested to provide supporting documents supporting this.

 

This is an Site-based role in Durban, Maydon Wharf, and requires 100% of time attendance on site.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.

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