Manufacturing Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, South Africa, seeks a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to optimize processes, improve product quality, and boost production efficiency in a hybrid role combining on-site and remote analysis.

You will collaborate with production teams and management to identify solutions, develop tooling and fixtures, and ensure manufacturability for new products. A Bachelor's in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering and proven production-experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in a production setting.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and quality control.
• Experience with CAD tooling/fixture design and hybrid work communication.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes and production methods.
• Analyze production data to identify efficiency, cost, and quality improvements.
• Develop and implement tooling and fixture designs to support manufacturing operations.
• Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with design engineers to ensure manufacturability of new products.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Work effectively in a hybrid setting, with on-site and remote responsibilities.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering experience

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and innovative Manufacturing Engineer to contribute to their facility in Paarl. This hybrid role involves optimizing manufacturing processes, improving product quality, and increasing production efficiency through the application of engineering principles. You will work closely with production teams and management to identify and implement solutions, balancing on-site troubleshooting and collaboration with remote analysis and design work. Your expertise will be key in ensuring the competitiveness and continuous advancement of our manufacturing capabilities, supporting a culture of innovation and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes and production methods.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement in efficiency, cost reduction, and quality.
• Develop and implement tooling and fixture designs to support manufacturing operations.
• Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with design engineers to ensure manufacturability of new products.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Work effectively in a hybrid setting, with both on-site and remote responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in a production environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and quality control principles.
• Proficiency in CAD software for tooling and fixture design.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, communicating clearly with on-site and remote colleagues.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for project-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• A collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation.
• Hybrid work flexibility to promote work-life balance.