Executive Manager: Process Engineering

Rheinmetall; Wellington; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense manufacturer in South Africa is seeking a seasoned professional in Chemical Engineering to lead manufacturing processes, enhance operational efficiency, and mentor staff. The candidate should have over 7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with significant leadership responsibilities. The role offers a competitive compensation package, medical schemes, and opportunities for career development and major projects involvement.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Incentive bonus

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Subsidized canteen on site

Qualifications

• At least 7 Years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with Process Safety Management.
• Broad experience in development and manufacturing.
• Fully computer literate with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans and controls technical resources for process improvement.
• Implements innovative strategies for manufacturing efficiency.
• Leads risk assessments and process analyses.
• Provides mentorship to plant personnel.
• Gives input to budgets and tracks cost initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Process Improvement

Education

B-Tech / B-Eng. / B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

ERP Systems

Project Management Tools

Job description

What We Are Looking For

• Plans and controls technical resources in support of process and product improvement, to ensure cost reduction.
• Implements technically innovative strategies and investigation techniques to support manufacturing operations in an efficient and effective manner.
• Design and establish new processes which translates user requirements into system / sub-system functions within the company’s business processes.
• Leads and participates in the following
• Risk assessments
• Technical and Quality investigations
• Process (raw material to final product) analysis
• Technical trouble-shooting and rapid problem-solving.
• Assist Product Development Group during product or process development and ensure a smooth industrialization of the equipment.
• Evaluation, specification and optimization of present operational systems in terms of effectiveness.
• Attend and participate in technical meetings
• Compiling and reviewing process related documentation.

People Management and Development

• Establish interfaces between suppliers, operations and clients to provide process specifications as required to fully implement process improvements.
• Provides technically innovative mentorship to plant personnel to aid the simplification of process and manages students to develop technical skills needed for plant support.

Financial Management

• Gives input to annual budgets & forecasts. Measures and controls costs and overhead expenditure. Originates capital expenditure proposals
• Tracks progress to cost containment initiatives and manages and reports regularly.

Compliance to Legislation and Business Systems

• Ensure designs, projects, modifications and installations adhere to appropriate regulations within OHS Act and Explosive Act.
• Adheres and Implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental

What Qualifications You Should Have

• B-Tech / B-Eng. / B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering.
• At least 7 Years’ experience in a manufacturing environment of which 3 years should have been in a leadership role
• Project Management qualification will be a distinct advantage
• Process Safety Management qualification and experience will be a distinct advantage
• Broad experience in a development and manufacturing environment (Explosive / Engineering / Technical).
• In depth knowledge of SHE/Quality Systems, other computerized project management tools and process improvements techniques.
• Fully computer literate and has excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with ERP / MES systems.
• Advanced systems engineering training.
• Good communication, planning and organizing skills

• Self-motivated, independent and tenacious individual who is results driven.
• A team player with good interpersonal skills and the capability to interact with people at all levels.

• Analytical and a strategic thinker with good judgement.
• Proven problem solving abilities on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Independent and has adaptability to work under pressure.
• A self-starter with a concern for standards and results orientation.
• Flexible and has a positive self-image.
• Demonstrated financial acumen and understanding of financial statements.
• Ability to apply mathematic techniques to the solution of practical problems.

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events