Technical Trainer Boksburg, South Africa Operations

at  Philip Morris International

Be a part of a revolutionary change at PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally redefining our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future.
With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, wherever you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions.
You will have the opportunity to make an impact wherever you join our critical 47,000-strong Operations team. The transition of PMI from selling cigarettes to our new smoke-free products has altered the way we work. New products present new challenges in terms of sourcing and purchasing raw materials, engineering and manufacturing, and supply chain planning.
As a Technical Trainer, you’ll play a pivotal role in equipping our production personnel with the technical skills and knowledge needed to excel in our evolving manufacturing environment.You will support the definition of standards setting, troubleshooting list and best practices for existing products/machines, during industrialization phase.
Your ‘day to day

Sustainability:

• Ensure adherence to environmental, health, safety, and sustainability standards.
• Foster a safety culture emphasizing preventive and predictive approaches.

Quality:

• Deliver comprehensive technical training to production personnel across local and global PMI manufacturing sites.
• Supervise trainees to ensure compliance with company policies and objectives, providing on-the-job coaching as needed.

Delivery:

• Collaborate with OEMs to craft and implement effective technical training programs and materials.
• Document all training activities for monitoring and reporting purposes.
• Assist in decision-making regarding trainee qualification.

Cost Management:

• Lead On-The-Job Trainers to enhance training materials and methodologies.
• Establish tools for verifying standard knowledge and skills.
• Define appropriate training follow-up procedures.

Morale:

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert during problem-solving exercises and improvement projects.
• Promote information sharing and accelerated learning through training programs.
• Provide guidance and support to part-time trainers, ensuring quality training delivery.

Who we’re looking for

• Engineering bachelor’s degree/National Diploma or equivalent
• 2 years’ experience in a technical training role within a production/maintenance/engineering environment
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and planning skills
• Proficiency in English and the Microsoft Office suite

What we offer

Our success depends on our dedicated employees who come to work here every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. Join PMI and you too can:

• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment, and explore.
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provide endless opportunities to progress.
• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: to deliver a smoke-free future.

“PMI is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, religion or belief, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
PMI is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates.

• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment, and explore.
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provide endless opportunities to progress.
• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: to deliver a smoke-free future