Production Engineer

Recruiter:

Kerry Kopp Recruitment

Job Ref:

KZN000758/KK

Date posted:

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Location:

KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

SUMMARY:
(FMCG) Production Engineer - KwaZulu Natal
Job description
The successful incumbent would look after Production
Engineering Projects.

POSITION INFO:
Key Performance Areas
Partner with Asset Care Team to ensure all machine and plant maintenance is done effectively
Working with the Production team to ensure reliable machine, and plant performance
Identification and achievement of measurable technical and process developments and improvements
Lead and Coordinate Production projects, including CAPEX and other ad hoc requirements
Ensuring engineering excellence in the Plant
Working on continuous improvement projects on the line in partnership with Production

Requirements
Engineering Degree (BSc/BEng Mechanical/Electrical, Industrial or Mechatronics’) preferred.
An understanding of Continuous Production processes would be advantageous
Comfortable working over a weekend on projects as and when required (ad hoc)

Experience
2 - 3 years’ experience in an Engineering role in a Manufacturing environment, preferably packaging or FMCG related environment

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