Senior Plant Technician v (1.00) [Laucala Beach - Suva]

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Job Description

Viti Foods Ltd manufactures canned fish for local and export markets. Canning a range of Tuna and Mackerel products under its own brands as well as contract manufacturing for a variety of retailers and international traders ensures Viti Foods continues to produce at optimum volumes ensuring maximum factory efficiency.

The Senior Plant Technician is responsible for ensuring that all factory processing equipment is maintained. This position reports to the Plant Manager, Viti Foods Pte Limited.

Outcomes

Organisational Stakeholders
1. Viti Foods Limited's (VFL's) growth and profitability aligned to business targets
Preventive maintenance programs planned to minimize machine downtime on processing line Machine condition maintained and accuracy ensured Root cause analysis of all breakdowns carried out and corrective/preventative actions implemented Equipment availability and reliability maximized Emergency and routine maintenance well managed Response to equipment downtime is timely and machine downtime minimized Maintenance budget formulated with Plant Manager and controlled within agreed target Expenditures reviewed and controlled Overtime minimized All capital works managed within time and budget Service providers are evaluated to ensure value for money, on time delivery and performance against other agreed targets Cost optimization opportunities explored through alternate service providers Contracted maintenance services work completed to job order timeliness and standards agreed
2. Regulatory and operationally compliant organisation
Processes meet Viti Foods Limited's 'Quality Management System' standards at all times Annual metal detector calibration ensured Coordination of pressure gauge calibration with Quality Assurance department is timely Maintenance audit gap completion is accurate and on time Good manufacturing practices are followed at all times Compliance with operational procedures Maintenance procedures developed and maintained Induction of all contractors ensured Daily operational checks ensured and documentation maintained Periodic tests of backup equipment ensured for correct operation Critical spares identified and maintained Stock levels managed  Monthly stock reconciliation ensured  Continuous development and refinement of production process ensured through participation in Quality Circles
3. Well informed management
Monthly report to Plant Manager is timely and complete Planned preventative maintenance 100 percent completion Root cause analysis of all breakdowns with corrective/preventative action plan ensured Plans for upgrading systems and recommending replacement of equipment for the processing line ensured Periodic information/data requests addressed in a timely manner and accuracy of information maintained at all times Maintenance log sheets are filled accurately for informed decision making  Operators check lists are reviewed and any machine related issues are discussed daily
4. Effective Human Capital Management ensures a productive, stable and increasingly capable workforce
Workforce that are productive,motivated and supported at all times ensured Work plans (daily, weekly, monthly and annually) are produced on a timely basis Training needs and competency gaps of staff assessed and addressed in partnership with HR Department Performance appraisal system applied with Plant Manager Performance feedback supports a strength-based approach to staff development and performance Succession planning providing career path for staff and business continuity ensured Environment to foster innovation and change provided Work collaboratively to achieve the set targets and goals
5. Safe work environment promoted and ensured at all times
Work place safety is ensured  Communication of Safety, Health and Environment to all team members are on an on-going basis Occupational Health & Safety systems promote zero workplace injury at all times Local environmental regulation is aligned with work place safety on an on-going basis Workplace hazards eliminated at all times Systems assist in the identification and elimination of work place hazards on an on-going basis
6. Viti Foods Pte Limited's values upheld and demonstrated at all times
Collaborate with other teams for the benefit of the organisation Monitor and encourage team members to uphold image and value standards Uphold and demonstrate the organisation's image and values

Responsibilities - Critical Competencies

Competence	Description
Business
Planning	Deliver results by developing, reviewing or following a work plan, action plan or operational plan.
Systems and Procedures	Develop and/or apply procedures to assist the organisation achieve its goals.
Customer
Quality Focus	Deliver quality.
People
Leadership	Utilise a leadership position to influence people and events and to increase performance.
Innovation	Use original and creative thinking to make improvements and/or develop and initiate new approaches.
Self-Management	Manage your priorities and objectives efficiently and effectively
Professional
Technical Strength	Demonstrate knowledge of a specialist discipline.
Compliance	Comply with relevant laws and the policies and procedures of the organisation.
Operational
Equipment Operation	Control the operation of specialised equipment, plant or vehicles to satisfy the demands of the assignment.
Maintenance	Monitor and/or maintain equipment, plant or vehicles in sound operating order.

Qualifications

Qualification	Discipline	Notes
Preferred
Trade certificate	Engineering	Plant Maintenance or Mechanical
Desirable
Diploma	Engineering	Electrical or Mechanical

Work Knowledge and Experience

1. At least three years' experience in a similar role in a food manufacturing environment.
2. Knowledge in developing and maintaining an effective preventative maintenance program
3. Computer literate with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
4. Able to deliver effective results and targets under pressure and tight deadlines.
5. Strong teamwork, interpersonal and orgnizational skills.
6. Knowledge in double seaming technology and evaluation would be an added advantage

Interactions

Interaction	Comments
Internal
Management Team
Finance Team
External
Suppliers

Attributes

Attribute	Definition
Behavioural Styles
Accountable	Assumes full responsibility for own actions and identifies with the success or failure of own part of the overall work/goal.
Detail oriented	Attends to the small elements of a task/activity, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Resilient	Cope positively with stress and catastrophe. Bounces back from setbacks, mistakes or misfortunes.
Interpersonal Styles
Objective	Impartial and honest in dealings with others, eliminating own feelings and view to reach a balanced judgement.
Perceptive	Shows keen insight and understanding of issues or situations.
Team Oriented	Enjoys being with others as part of a group or team.
Forthright	Speaks out frankly without hesitation, showing a direct manner.
Thinking Styles
Disciplined/Systematic	Is controlled in conduct, shows an orderly pattern of behaviour, following a methodical and thorough approach.
Initiative	Takes action and makes decisions without the help or advice of other people.
Well organised	Controls tasks in a well thought out and critical manner.