Packaging Technical Expert: Line Integration & Innovation

SAB; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

SAB is seeking a Line Integration Engineer in South Africa to drive sustainable packaging performance and resolve medium- and long-term stakeholder queries. You will interface with vendors and front-line teams to implement technology-based solutions and improve downtime via KPI-driven improvements.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years FMCG packaging experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work standby/overtime as required.

Qualifications

• N6 National Diploma with Trade Test or higher is required.
• Over 5 years’ FMCG experience.
• Bottle washing and packaging process knowledge preferred.
• Willing to work standby and overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Own, manage and drive change in packaging equipment and processes.
• Lead packaging value engineering and sustainability projects.
• Develop SWIs, SOPs and schedules; train Front Line Team.
• Collaborate with ZTEs, Vendors and Reverse Engineering Specialists to meet KPIs.
• Provide front-line support for production systems when needed.

Skills

Change agent mindset

Packaging experience

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

N6 National Diploma with Trade Test

National Diploma

BSc or equivalent

Job description

SAB is seeking a Line Integration Engineer in South Africa to drive sustainable packaging performance and resolve medium- and long-term stakeholder queries. You will interface with vendors and front-line teams to implement technology-based solutions and improve downtime via KPI-driven improvements.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years FMCG packaging experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work standby/overtime as required.