TIG Welder

• *Join Our Team as a TIG Welder**

Are you passionate about welding and looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your career? K&F Industries is seeking a motivated TIG Welder to join our team. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!
• *Why Join Us?**

K&F Industries, with over 30 years of excellence in manufacturing cereals and biscuits, is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. As a family-based business, we value loyalty, integrity, and continuous improvement.

We offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development. Be part of a company that prides itself on high customer service, strong management, and superior manufacturing standards.
• *Qualifications:**
• Qualified Red Seal TIG Welder.
• Grade 12 or relevant NQF level 4 qualification.
• 3 - 5 years post-qualifying experience in a production environment/maintenance environment.
• Experienced in welding of stainless steel, mild steel and alloy steel will be advantageous but not essential.
• HACCP and GMP knowledge will be advantageous.
• Experience within food industry is not essential but will be advantageous.
• Experience working with boilers, ovens and packing machines will be advantageous
• Proficiency in English and any other official language both written and verbal.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required.
• *Key Attributes:**
• Excellent planning, organization, and coordination skills.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Decision-making capabilities.
• Good numerical skills.
• Teamwork and communication proficiency.
• High level of initiative, responsibility, and flexibility.
• Attention to detail and adherence to procedures and policies.
• Enthusiasm and a proactive approach.
• *Responsibilities:**
• Conducting and coordinating all the required maintenance welding.
• Building an inventory of spares for the machines and controlling spares usage and costs.
• Properly maintaining maintenance records as per requirement.
• Identification and achievement of measurable technical and process developments and improvements.
• Attending to breakdowns.
• Ordering of necessary equipment and tools for the factory when necessary.
• Attending relevant meetings i.e.

Production

Meetings, etc where necessary.
• Assist production in achieving optimum efficiencies.
• Ensuring the accurate completion of production logs and job cards.
• Advising on and implementing technical and cost-effective improvements where appropriate.
• Ensuring a safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures.
• Be available for callouts after hours.
• Ensuring that the maintenance work is performed in terms of agreed expectations, timelines, and company standards.
• An ability to interact with employees at different levels.
• Collaborator with strong focus on integrity, honesty and willingness to assist at different sites within Port Elizabeth as per company requirements.
• Able to perform duties in line with maintenance program and continuous improvements.
• Identify and solve problems effectively.
• A passion for the quality of work performed.
• Good communication skills.
• A willingness to work overtime when necessary.
• *We offer:**

Work/life balance working hours and December / January Shutdown.
• *Employment type – Full Time Limited Duration Contract**
• *How to Apply:**
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Preferred applicant must reside no further than 30 km surrounds of Port Elizabeth.
• Only candidates with a valid driver’s license will be considered.
• CV’s and proof of education must be emailed to hrofficer@kandfindustries.co.za
• Please use subject line TIG Welder March 2026.
• Recruitment welcome to submit CV’s.
• **Closing date for applications – 02 April 2026.**
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Apply Now and become a part of our dedicated team at K&F Industries!**