On-Site Manufacturing Process Engineer for Precision Assemblies

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer for an on-site role in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA. You will optimize production processes, collaborate with engineering and production teams, and implement effective manufacturing techniques for complex assemblies.

The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering background, 3+ years in process engineering, and experience with Lean/Six Sigma, CAD, and ISO 9001 standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 3+ years in manufacturing process engineering in industrial/precision manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes for mechanical components and assemblies.
• Design and implement process improvements to cut waste and costs.
• Create and maintain process docs, work instructions, and SOPs.
• Collaborate with engineering to ensure designs are manufacturable.
• Lead implementation and validation of new manufacturing tech and equipment.
• Troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor KPIs related to production output, quality, and efficiency.
• Train staff on new processes and equipment.
• Ensure safety and quality standards on the shop floor.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem-solving

Teamwork

On-site troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Quality management systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer for an on-site role in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA. You will optimize production processes, collaborate with engineering and production teams, and implement effective manufacturing techniques for complex assemblies.

The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering background, 3+ years in process engineering, and experience with Lean/Six Sigma, CAD, and ISO 9001 standards.