Engineering Intern

Company: RCL Foods

Functions: Engineering

Job Type Classification: Internship

Location - Town / City: Spartan

Job Description:

RCL FOODS is a deeply rooted South African food manufacturer that produces some of the country’s most-loved brands: Yum Yum peanut butter, Nola mayonnaise, Ouma rusks, and Selati sugar, just to name a few. At the heart of our culture and strategy is our Purpose – WE GROW WHAT MATTERS – which encapsulates our belief in collectively doing that little more to create a positive impact that matters. Visit our website at: www.rclfoods.com As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as an Engineering intern FTC at our RCL Foods Speciality Spartan site in Kempton Park. Preference will be given to candidates who have a National Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or are studying towards their qualification. The successful candidate must require work experience in order to graduate.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of Grade 12 National Diploma in or studying towards Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical maintenance practices will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements within a factory environment will be advantageous.
• Expected to have good Inter-personal communication and leadership skills.
• Be willing to work shifts and flexible hours of work.
• Expected to be computer literate (basic MS Office )
• Sound decision making skills.
• Assertiveness and self confidence
• A result driven self-starter.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform planned, preventive, and breakdown maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
• Conduct inspections and condition monitoring of plant equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.
• Assist with continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company procedures.
• Support plant projects, installations, and commissioning activities.
• Work closely with production teams to minimize downtime and improve plant performance.