Maintenance Fitter - Production Operations Listing reference: amka_ Listing status: Online Apply by: 12 January 2026 Position summary Industry: FMCG & Supply Management Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain Contract: Permanent Remuneration: Market Related EE position: No About our company Amka is a South African home grown company with over 60 years in the Health and Beauty Industry. We are among the top 5 in South Africa. Our Vision is to be “Brand leaders in the Health, Beauty and Home Care Industry.” Our purpose is “To enrich people’s lives by creating and sharing Abundance.” With a portfolio of over 50 popular brands, Amka is a leading manufacturer in Skin Care, Bath Care, Hair Care, Home Care, Perfumes, Deodorants and Sun Screens. Our Health and Beauty brands include some of South Africa’s most-loved brands. Introduction Maintenance Fitter and/or Electrician – Production Maintenance. Positions Available: 1 x Maintenance Artisan, 1 x Electrician or Artisan. Aerosol experience is advantageous. Job Description and Key Deliverables Perform preventative maintenance and attend to breakdowns Maintain production lines to world‑class standards Capture breakdown data and support PM planning Manage spares and liaise with suppliers Drive continuous improvement initiatives Eliminate repeat breakdowns through RCA, Kaizen and corrective actions Support mechanical and electrical fault finding Improve OEE, line speeds and plant efficiencies Implement PMs and asset care plans on high‑speed lines Manage small project teams Support maintenance and capital projects Identify cost saving opportunities and process improvements Ensure compliance, safety and asset reliability Minimum Requirements N3 plus Trade Certificate Millwright or Fitter Red Seal advantageous Electrician role requires a Wireman’s License 5–10 years FMCG experience preferred Aerosol experience advantageous Skills Required Strong technical aptitude Experience on FMCG lines fillers, cappers, labellers, shrink tunnels Experience with compressors, RO plants, chillers, boilers and related services Good communication skills Ability to work under pressure and within a team Advanced mechanical and electrical fault finding Experience with production line setups Knowledge Requirements Basic computer literacy Knowledge of pneumatics, pipe fitting, conveyors, motors and gearboxes Understanding of shrinking tunnels, labelling machines, filling equipment and processing plants Familiarity with boilers, compressors, RO plants and chillers Salary: Market Related #J-18808-Ljbffr