Industrial Engineering In-service Trainee

AVI Limited; Pinetown; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biscuit manufacturer in Kwa-Zulu Natal is seeking an enthusiastic Industrial Engineering In-Service Trainee to join their Westmead factory. The role involves hands-on work, optimising operations, and contributing to efficiency improvements. Ideal candidates must have a major in Industrial Engineering with a minimum average of 70% in their final year. This is a great opportunity to gain practical experience and see the impact of your contributions in the manufacturing sector.

Benefits

Hands-on experience

Exposure to different organisational levels

Direct impact on production process

Qualifications

• Minimum average of 70% in the final year of studies.
• Experience in vacation or part-time work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Improve and refine process methods and effectiveness.
• Explore ways to enhance and streamline operational processes.
• Analyse labor efficiency and effectiveness.
• Contribute to impactful capital expenditure projects.
• Engage in quality control initiatives.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Sciences or Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology with a major in Industrial Engineering

Job description

GROW A GREAT CAREER WITH THE COMPANY THAT GROWS GREAT BRANDS!

Join National Brands Limited (NBL) and be part of a legacy that has shaped South Africa’s biscuit tradition for over 170 years. With two iconic factories in Isando and Westmead, we produce beloved brands like Bakers Tennis, Blue Label Marie, and Choice Assorted; creating moments of joy for generations of South Africans.

National Brands Limited (NBL) is seeking an enthusiastic INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING IN-SERVICE TRAINEE to join our NBL WESTMEAD BISCUITS FACTORY, based in Westmead, Kwa-Zulu Natal. The successful candidate will report to the Site Industrial Engineer and form part of a team of key players in driving efficiency and innovation. Your role will involve hands-on work in our factory, where you’ll acquire practical experience, utilise relevant tools, and develop your skills in report writing and presenting findings.

Why Join National Brands Limited (NBL)?

• Hands-on Experience: Engage in project-based work that offers practical, hands-on experience.
• Exposure: Interact with different levels of the organisation, gaining insights and learning from experienced professionals.
• Impact: See the direct impact of your contributions on the production process and overall success of the company.
  
  

What You Will Be Doing

• Dive into Process Methods: Improve and refine our process methods and effectiveness.
• Optimise Operations: Explore ways to enhance and streamline operational processes.
• Labour Analysis Projects: Take on exciting projects analysing labor efficiency and effectiveness.
• Capital Expenditure Projects: Contribute to impactful projects and investments.
• Quality Control Initiatives: Engage in initiatives and projects to maintain and elevate quality standards.
  
  

Qualifications

What you will need to be considered:

• A Bachelor of Sciences or Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology with a major in Industrial Engineering
• A minimum average of 70% in the final year of studies
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Experience Bonus: Vacation or part-time work experience is a plus.
• Effective Communicator: Ability to relate to and communicate confidently across various organisational levels.
• Flexible Availability: Willingness to travel between our factories and work overtime and shifts as our factory operates continuously and flexibility is essential.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt quickly and ask questions in a fast-paced factory environment, embrace different approaches and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Factory Enthusiast: Willingness to work in a manufacturing and factory environment with minimal office work.
• Report Preparation & Presentation: Communicate your findings and recommendations.
• Open-mindedness: Identify opportunities for improvement and suggest innovative solutions.
• Problem-Solver: Hands-on approach to finding solutions.
• Engineering Insight: Good understanding of Industrial Engineering.
  
  

Take the Next Step with NBL

Join our team, make a real impact, and contribute to the success of South Africa’s favourite biscuit brands. Apply now and become part of a team that’s dedicated to quality ingredients, and a touch of Bakers magic!