Industrial Sewing Machine Technician

Full Time
Slitting Operator
Johannesburg
Gauteng, JHB

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, service, and repair industrial sewing machines, cutting machines, boilers, fusing presses, irons, and related equipment.
  • Conduct on-site service calls and repairs at customer premises.
  • Test all repaired and assembled machines to ensure they meet company quality standards before delivery.
  • Assemble new machines, tables, and equipment according to company procedures.
  • Accurately complete job time sheets, including:
    • Machine model and serial number
    • Time spent on each repair or service
    • Details of repairs completed
    • Spares used
    • Customer signatures for on-site work
  • Communicate repair findings, required spare parts, and estimated repair costs to the Workshop Advisor.
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
  • Assist with stock takes and inventory control when required.
  • Represent the company professionally during customer visits.

Minimum Requirements

  • Technical experience repairing and servicing industrial sewing machines or similar industrial equipment.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding abilities.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read and complete technical documentation and time sheets accurately.
  • Good communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Valid driver's licence (essential, as regular client call-outs are required).
  • Willingness to travel to customer sites when needed.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be:

  • Reliable and dependable.
  • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality.
  • Well organised and able to manage multiple tasks.
  • Customer-focused with a professional attitude.
  • Willing to learn and continuously develop technical skills.
  • Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Location
2 Nugget street, City and Suburban, Johannesburg