Jnr Process Engineer - Injection Moulding

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de fabrication dynamique recherche un Jnr Process Engineer - Injection Moulding à Johannesburg. Le candidat retenu participera à un rôle de développement de deux ans avec des responsabilités allant de l'optimisation des processus à l'assurance qualité. Vous intégrerez une culture de travail inclusive et collaborative, et serez soutenu dans votre apprentissage et développement tout au long de votre parcours.

Qualifications

• Expérience de 2-3 ans en tant qu'ingénieur processus ou 10 ans d'expérience dans l'injection moulée.
• Capacité à lire et à interpréter des dessins d'ingénierie.
• Excellente communication orale et écrite en anglais.

Responsibilities

• Configurer et superviser le fonctionnement des machines à injection.
• S'assurer de la qualité des produits par un suivi du processus.
• Collaborer avec des équipes interfonctionnelles pour résoudre des problèmes.

Skills

Mechanical and Technical Aptitude

Quality Systems Knowledge

Mathematical Skills

Education

Engineering Degree / Diploma

National Senior Certificate / Matric / Grade 12 Certificate

Job description

Jnr Process Engineer - Injection Moulding

Only for registered members

Johannesburg

ZAR 300,000 - 400,000

Jnr Process Engineer - Injection Moulding

Listing status: Under Review

Apply by: 3 March 2025

Position summary

Industry: Manufacturing

Job category: Process Engineering

Location: Johannesburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Fluidra is growing! We are looking for a Jnr Process Engineer – Injection Moulding based at our Head office in Denver. Fluidra aims to provide a fun and inclusive work environment where our values guide our behaviour.

About the role

The successful candidate will report directly to the Production Manager. This is a junior position designed as a developmental role for two years. At the end of the two years, the candidate will be responsible for the following:

• The set-up, and sustained robust performance of all injection moulding machines.
• Responsible for the proper set up and operation of injection moulding machines for the production of precision moulded plastic parts.
• Monitors the moulding process to ensure product quality.
• Executes daily production tasks and supervises work in accordance with production schedule.
• Creates set up procedures and process optimisation of new and existing plastic injection moulds.
• Design and develop manufacturing processes with the aim of improving efficiency, reducing waste and lowering overall production costs.
• Evaluate and standardise existing processes to enhance the performance of the equipment, people and enhance overall productivity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead, support and coach on problem solving using root cause analysis techniques.
• Establish corrective and preventative countermeasures from problem solving.
• Analyze processes and find areas of opportunity that reduce costs and increase production efficiency.
• Support teams in the development of technical standards to ensure alignment with lean manufacturing principles.

Injection Moulding process improvement:

• Mold Process and process troubleshooting of various types of injection molds.
• Mold set ups and tooling changeovers.
• Mold maintenance and minor tool repair.
• Directing and monitoring the execution of the production schedule as well as performing mold and or material changes as dictated by the schedule.
• Performing process troubleshooting.
• Part inspections and various other functions to ensure part conformity and quality.
• Verifying paperwork for jobs and completion of inspections at start of jobs and in process inspections.
• Monitoring and preparing support equipment i.e. circulators, grinders, etc. as needed in the production area.

About you:

• National Senior Certificate / Matric / Grade 12 Certificate (Completed).
• Candidates must have an Engineering Degree / Diploma or 2-3 Years experience working as a Process Engineer or extensive Injection Moulding process experience (10 years).
• Excellent mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to utilize precision measuring instruments and inspection of equipment to monitor quality.
• Working knowledge of quality systems and procedures based on ISO Standards.
• Willing to learn Injection Moulding process from start to finish.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Strong Mathematical skills.
• High achievement orientation.
• Concern for order, quality, and accuracy.
• Punctual.
• Ability to work within a team.
• Prepared to work shifts, occasionally.

Fluidra is a workplace where everyone can develop.

Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks after the closing date, please note that your application was unsuccessful.