Operations Engineer (Crushing / Screening / Manufacturing / Design / Process Optimization / Qua[...]

CA Global Headhunters; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Operations Engineer to support technical operations, enhance production efficiency, and ensure adherence to ISO standards. The role involves managing improvement projects and providing manufacturing designs. Ideal candidates will have a Mechanical Engineering qualification and at least 10 years of relevant experience in the field. A competitive remuneration package and permanent employment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package with benefits

Permanent employment

Qualifications

• 10 years of practical Manufacturing Engineering experience in a similar role.
• Extensive knowledge of Quality Management Systems.
• Experience in design, manufacturing, or maintenance of crushing and screening equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support technical operations through manufacturing design process optimization.
• Drive accurate generation and validation of Packing Lists and Shipping layouts.
• Manage operational improvement projects to optimize process and efficiency.

Skills

Quality Management

SolidWorks

Microsoft Excel

ERP Systems

Education

Tertiary Mechanical Engineering qualification

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Overview

Reference Number: CV165

Job Description: Our client a leading manufacturer in the crushing and screening equipment sector is seeking an experienced Operations Engineer to join their team in Gauteng. The primary purpose of this role is to support technical operations through manufacturing design process optimization and quality assurance. This role ensures adherence to ISO standards enhances production efficiency and supports legacy product maintenance while driving continuous improvement and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all technical enquiries as required providing expert advice and solutions.
• Generate manufacturing designs to ISO standards using 3D software to enforce precise and efficient production.
• Drive accurate generation and validation of Packing Lists and Shipping layouts to optimize logistics and reduce errors.
• Support the Quality Department and Works Manager by making technical decisions and implementing systems to guarantee the delivery of quality products.
• Assist with Product Data sheet enquiries ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information.
• Aid the production team with repair procedures to maintain operational efficiency.
• Investigate and resolve NCR and OFIs implementing corrective actions and updating legacy product documentation accordingly.
• Manage operational improvement projects to optimize process and efficiency.
• Review and check engineering drawings for quality and accuracy assisting fellow engineers in ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Lead and support Continuous Improvement initiatives 5S implementation and Lean manufacturing strategies to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Provide technical and manufacturing support for legacy products as requested by the Sales department ensuring compatibility with current standards and production capabilities.
• Create manufacturing drawings and models for machine sizes that do not currently exist meeting product requirements.
• Provide manufacturing drawings and models for legacy machines ensuring they meet current standards and specifications.
• Assist with models and drawings of the designs of Jigs and Fixtures as required.
• Provide final Bill of Materials (BOM) to the Master Data Administrator for MRP system updates ensuring accurate product data management.
• Ensure compliance with QMS standards.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Education: Tertiary Mechanical Engineering qualification ( or ).
• Experience: 10 years’ practical Manufacturing Engineering experience in the same or similar role.
• Extensive knowledge of Quality Management Systems.
• At least 10 years’ experience in the design manufacturing or maintenance of crushing and screening equipment.
• 8–10 years’ experience in SolidWorks design 3D modeling and technical drawings for manufacturing.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D software package.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics experience advantageous).

Benefits and Contractual information

• Competitive remuneration package with benefits
• Permanent employment

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Christo van der Ham

Managing Recruitment Consultant

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1