Production Engineer

Recruiter:

Express Employment Professionals (Durban South)

Job Ref:

PROENG

Date posted:

Monday, February 23, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a Production Engineer to join their team.

POSITION INFO:

We have a position available in our KZN Division for a Qualified Engineer to look after Production Engineering Projects in our Factories. This person will be responsible for, amongst other duties:

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
Ensuring a safe working environment by ensuring Safety Best practices
Ensuring Housekeeping and all standards are consistently maintained.
Working on continuous improvement projects on the line in partnership with Production

To be considered for this position applications must meet the following criteria:

COMPETENCIES

Engineering Degree (BSc/BEng Mechanical/Electrical, Industrial or Mechatronics’) preferred, Btech and National Diploma’s will not be considered for this role.
2 - 3 years’ experience in an Engineering role in a Manufacturing environment, preferably packaging or FMCG related
An understanding of Continuous Production processes would be advantageous
Logical and critical thinking skills essential for this position
Happy to work in a Production environment/ Factory floor-based position
Comfortable working over a weekend on projects as and when required (ad hoc)

CHARACTERISTICS

Self - motivated, energetic and ability to motivate others
Ability to make tough decisions and manage complexity
Strong communication and people skills
Hands on and get things done type of personality (action orientated)
An optimistic and curious mindset

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