Production Engineer

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