Junior Engineer WC

Greys Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Junior Engineer to join a dynamic team in Cape Town. This role involves providing technical support to production, assisting with engineering projects, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, along with 2-5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary of R400 000 per annum.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years relevant experience is required.
• Technical knowledge of production processes is essential.
• Must demonstrate emotional intelligence and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to production and assist in engineering projects.
• Monitor operations to maintain product quality.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and health & safety regulations.
• Manage inventory of technical supplies and equipment.

Skills

Sound understanding of drawings, fault finding, and equipment testing

Knowledge of Health & Safety and safe working procedures

Strong communication skills

Administrative and problem-solving skills

Installation and maintenance of parts and equipment

Proficiency in relevant software

Education

Grade 12

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Our client is seeking a motivated Junior Engineer to join their dynamic team in the Western Cape. This exciting role involves providing technical support to production and assisting in engineering projects and processes.

Job Requirements : Education :

• Grade 12
• Tertiary Education (including Diplomas, Certificates, and Degrees)
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field

Experience :

• 2-5 years relevant experience

Competencies :

• Sound understanding of drawings, fault finding, and equipment testing.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and safe working procedures.
• Technical knowledge of processes, including equipment, raw materials, moulds, downstream equipment, and run-in department.
• Relevant quality system and certification knowledge.
• Administrative, problem-solving, and fault-finding skills.
• Installation and maintenance of parts and related equipment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to act decisively and urgently.
• High emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, and project management abilities.
• Proficiency in relevant software with attention to detail.
• Ensure transparent, responsive, and open communication between colleagues.

Job Responsibilities :

Technical Process Support

• Industrialise and maintain product processes to ensure compelling and goal-driven startups and process sustainability for the setting and processing team.
• Gather data and perform fundamental analysis to support production processes and engineering projects. Identify trends, issues, or areas for improvement.
• Ensure machine reliability as per the requirements of the setters.
• Monitor operations and effect corrective action as necessary to maintain product quality.
• Control scrap (waste) objectives.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Identify process-related issues or problems and propose solutions.
• Ensure effective use of equipment in line with company policies, production objectives, and the OHS Act.
• Ensure company assets in your care and for your use are maintained and are in good working condition.
• Train electrical, setting, and processing teams as required on best practices for using tools and processes in daily work.
• Assist in the implementation of new systems or software to enhance productivity.
• Maintain detailed records of work processes, changes, and outcomes.

Inventory and Resource Management

• Monitor and manage the inventory of technical supplies and equipment.
• Order and purchase necessary equipment and materials as directed / required for daily use or projects.

Health and Safety

• Ensure and enforce that aspects of responsibility conform to health and safety requirements.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in the area of responsibility (e.g., ensure cleanliness of assigned machines and areas).
• Work safely and report any safety hazards or issues.
• Report any accidents, incidents, and near misses.

Quality

• Apply the company’s quality principles and standards.
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Food Safety System Certification (FSSC)

Food safety standards are site-specific, and at these sites, employees should :

• Apply the site’s food safety principles and standards.
• Report any food safety hazards or issues to your Supervisor / Manager.
• Comply with and maintain all GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) in relation to the Company’s FSMS (Food Safety Management System).

Self-development and Growth

• Realistically assess your own strengths and development areas and undertake actions to address weaknesses.
• Keep abreast of innovations and technical improvements for further self-development and the company's development.
• Teamwork and cooperation.
• Self-management.
• Leadership and interpersonal relationships.
• Product and service quality.

General

• Ensure the team knows what to do and where to find information if you are not available.
• Inform yourself about and apply the company's principles and standards.
• Set an example and be a role model for your team and others in the way you work and behave.

Salary : R400 000

How to apply :

• Follow the link to our jobseeker’s page- https://measuredability.com/jobs-2/
• Search for the job title.
• Click apply to submit your CV.