Manufacturing Engineer

Recruiter:

Sentinel Staffing Services

Job Ref:

CET004253/JDG

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Location:

Germiston, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to optimise manufacturing processes and support production excellence across our client’s Germiston facility. The successful candidate will work closely with design, production, quality, and service teams to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and implement best-practice manufacturing solutions.

With a manufacturing footprint extending over 22 000 m² in Germiston, our client specialises in the design and production of overhead cranes, hoists and associated sub-assemblies. Their engineering expertise and rigorous manufacturing processes support high-quality, reliable equipment for demanding industrial applications since 1971.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

Analyse existing manufacturing processes and define improvement opportunities to enhance productivity and product quality.
Develop and implement process control plans, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
Support production troubleshooting and root cause analysis for quality and throughput issues.
Work with design engineering to ensure producibility and effective transition from design to manufacturing.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives leveraging lean and Six Sigma practices.
Collaborate with maintenance, planning, and shop floor teams to boost operational performance.
Ensure compliance with safety, ISO quality standards, and company manufacturing policies.
Support cost optimisation and manufacturing resource planning.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, and fabrication systems.
Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies.
Proficiency in process analysis and performance metrics.
Excellent problem-solving and project management capabilities.
Solid communication and teamwork skills.

Experience

Minimum of 7-10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with heavy machinery or industrial equipment.
Demonstrable experience in process improvement, tooling optimisation, and production engineering.

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