Manufacturing Engineer

Sentinel Staffing Services; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions provider in South Africa is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to enhance productivity and product quality in manufacturing. The role involves analyzing existing processes, leading improvement initiatives, and collaborating with various teams to boost operational performance. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering with a minimum of 7-10 years' experience in manufacturing, specifically with heavy machinery. Skills in Lean manufacturing and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with heavy machinery.
• Proficiency in process analysis and performance metrics.
• Demonstrable experience in process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Analyse existing manufacturing processes and define improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement process control plans.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean and Six Sigma.

Skills

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Project management skills

Teamwork

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse existing manufacturing processes and define improvement opportunities to enhance productivity and product quality.
• Develop and implement process control plans, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Support production troubleshooting and root cause analysis for quality and throughput issues.
• Work with design engineering to ensure producibility and effective transition from design to manufacturing.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives leveraging lean and Six Sigma practices.
• Collaborate with maintenance, planning, and shop floor teams to boost operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, ISO quality standards, and company manufacturing policies.
• Support cost optimisation and manufacturing resource planning.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, and fabrication systems.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in process analysis and performance metrics.
• Excellent problem-solving and project management capabilities.
• Solid communication and teamwork skills.

Experience

• Minimum of 7-10 years experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with heavy machinery or industrial equipment.
• Demonstrable experience in process improvement, tooling optimisation, and production engineering.