Lead Production Engineer - Heavy Industrial Machinery

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual bonus

Private healthcare

Pension plan

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Production Engineer in George to oversee the production floor, drive lean improvements, and ensure safety, quality, and reliability of heavy industrial machinery.

The role leads engineers and technicians, develops strategies, manages budget, and partners with maintenance to implement process upgrades and training, with strong emphasis on Six Sigma/Kaizen and ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• 8+ years of production engineering experience with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong lean manufacturing knowledge including Six Sigma and Kaizen.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop a team of production engineers and technicians, driving continuous improvement.
• Develop and optimize production strategies and workflows to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and implement robust floor safety protocols.
• Monitor output and quality metrics, address deviations promptly.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and effective troubleshooting.
• Oversee new production technologies and process upgrades.
• Manage production budgets and allocate resources effectively.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide training and development for the team.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Communication

ERP/MRP

Data analysis

Budget control

Heavy industry processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier manufacturer of heavy industrial machinery, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Lead Production Engineer to join their expanding operations in George . This pivotal role will involve overseeing and optimizing all aspects of the production floor, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety standards are consistently met and exceeded. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in lean manufacturing principles and a proven track record of successfully managing production teams and processes. This is a critical position for driving operational excellence and supporting the company's growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise a team of production engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Develop, implement, and refine production strategies and workflows to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
• Ensure adherence to all safety regulations and implement robust safety protocols on the production floor.
• Monitor production output and quality control metrics, identifying and addressing any deviations promptly.
• Collaborate with the engineering and maintenance departments to ensure equipment reliability and efficient troubleshooting.
• Oversee the implementation of new production technologies and process upgrades.
• Manage production budgets and resource allocation effectively.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing training and development for the production team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in production engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes related to heavy industrial machinery.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in production planning and control systems (ERP/MRP).
• Ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.
• Experience with budget management and cost control.
• Based in or willing to relocate to George , Western Cape.

Benefits

• We offer a highly competitive salary package, complemented by an annual performance bonus.
• Employees benefit from comprehensive private healthcare coverage, a generous pension fund, and ample opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Our client provides a stimulating and collaborative work environment where innovation is encouraged.