Production Engineer

SUMMARY:
PRODUCTION ENGINEER
We have a position available in KZN Region for a QUALIFIED ENGINEER to look after our new big drums Blowpack factory. This person will be responsible for, amongst other duties:

POSITION INFO:
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Responsible for all machine and plant maintenance
• Managing of the Production team to ensure high performance and motivation
• Ensuring their machines achieve or exceed Machine efficiencies of > 85% in a sustainable way
• Identification and achievement of measurable technical and process developments and improvements.
• Ensure critical spares are in stock and managed effectively.
• Ensuring engineering excellence in the Plant
• Ensuring a safe working environment by ensuring Safety Best practices
• Ensuring Housekeeping and ISO standards are consistently maintained.
• Working on continuous improvement projects on the line in partnership with Production

• Engineering Degree (BSc/BEng Mechanical/Electrical or Mechatronics’) essential, National Diploma’s will be considered for this position if relevant experience is strong enough.
• 3 - 4 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

• 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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