Manufacturing Engineer

Abantu Staffing Solutions; East London; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer with expertise in Injection Moulding and a passion for continuous improvement. This role involves optimizing production processes, leading initiatives to enhance efficiency, and ensuring high-quality standards in line with industry regulations. You'll play a critical role in supporting maintenance and production teams, developing clear work instructions, and conducting audits to uphold quality management systems. If you're a detail-oriented problem solver with a strong background in engineering and a commitment to excellence, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in a similar role, preferably in automotive.
• Essential experience in Injection Moulding and robot programming.

Responsibilities

• Optimize Injection Moulding settings for quality production.
• Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives and monitor CI projects.
• Develop engineering QMS procedures in line with IATF 16949.

Skills

Injection Moulding

Robot Programming

MS Office

ERP Systems

Problem-solving

Analytical Skills

Planning and Organisational Skills

CAD Drafting

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Matric Certificate

Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Qualification and Experience:

• A Matric Certificate
• A Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience in a similar role. Experience within automotive supplier preferred
• Injection Moulding experience is essential

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish and optimize ideal settings on Injection Moulding and flaming equipment) to ensure production of consistently good quality parts.
• Support maintenance with the updating and changing of robot paths & programming
• Take the lead on Continuous Improvement initiatives within the plant. Implement Value Stream Mapping for various commodities. Facilitate and run with Plant Kaizen events and Fresh eye events. Monitor progress and report on the status of CI Projects.
• Optimize various production process to minimize cycle times.
• Assist Maintenance to develop and implement relevant TPM process to ensure maximum uptime of
• Manage the introduction of engineering changes in accordance with company Engineering Change procedures.
• Assist Production department to develop and maintain clear sequential production work Instructions and support production with operator training.
• Define, document and maintain process flow documentation and conduct process risk assessments using FMEA methodology. Continuously find ways to reduce risk (RPN values).
• Develop standard times (Time studies) and optimise operator utilisation using line balancing techniques. Analyse bottleneck processes and support Production in finding solutions.
• Develop and maintain relevant engineering QMS procedures and documents in accordance with IATF 16949 requirements and in line with company global quality manual and document system.
• Perform Internal Process, Product, LPA and System audits as member of the Internal QMS audit team.
• Support Quality Engineer with the preparation of relevant documentation and SQMS attachments required for PPAP Submissions

Key Skills/ Competencies:

• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Proven experience in Injection moulding.
• Experience with robot programming would be an advantage
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Knowledge of ERP systems, setup of BOMS
• Clear understanding of process capability studies, SPC charts
• Clear understanding of work study and line balancing techniques
• Proficiency in CAD Drafting applications.
• Planning and Organisational Skills
• Ability to work independently
• Pay close attention to detail
• Problem-solving and analytical Skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Willingness to work long hours
• Ability to see a task through to the end
• Good interpersonal skills