Continuous Improvement Engineer

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT006861/H

Date posted:

Monday, October 26, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client, an established manufacturing company, is seeking a technically skilled and results-driven Continuous Improvement Engineer to join their team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for improving product quality, production efficiency, machine performance, and cost-effectiveness while managing engineering projects and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities: Investigate product deviations, quality issues, quantity discrepancies, and customer complaints, providing technical findings and recommendations. Conduct technical testing on existing and new products to identify opportunities for improvement. Analyse production data and machine performance to identify inefficiencies and implement practical production solutions. Improve line efficiencies, reduce wastage, optimise yields, and identify opportunities for automation. Develop and maintain line specifications, process tolerances, process controls, and standard operating procedures. Support product development and testing through technical analysis, modelling, calculations, and machine improvement recommendations. Design and implement existing product improvements, assist with new product designs, and contribute to research and development projects. Identify cost-saving opportunities through improved production methods, alternative suppliers, machinery upgrades, automation, and more efficient labour utilisation. Manage engineering projects, including feasibility assessments, project scope, project plans, timelines, and deliverables. Complete and monitor New Product Request (NPR) and Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) documentation, following up on implementation through the relevant Process Change Request (PCR) process. Provide accurate technical information for the creation of new stock codes and bills of materials (BOMs). Manage and coordinate the Engineering Foreman and artisan team, including resource allocation, project manufacturing activities, performance management, staff development, discipline, and leave approvals. Ensure engineering activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with quality and production requirements. Requirements: Grade 12 \/ Matric with acceptable marks. BTech or BEng in Mechanical Engineering. Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a factory environment, with 5-7 years' relevant experience in a similar role preferred. Strong technical understanding of mechanical machinery, production processes, and fault-finding. Proven ability to analyse production figures, identify inefficiencies, and implement practical improvements. Advanced mathematical and analytical skills. Please email your CV to Persona Staff (PTY) Ltd is POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant.

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