Process Engineer - Cape Town

Saint Gobain Cristaleria, SL; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic individual to enhance quality control and process optimization within their operations. This role involves developing high-standard visual control processes, managing multiple projects, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and have 3-5 years of experience in a process improvement or quality environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and is committed to continuous improvement and excellence in production performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 3-5 years experience in Process Improvement or Quality environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality control and process improvements.
• Monitor and analyze data to improve product quality.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Statistical Process Control

Root Cause Analysis

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Quality Control Tools

Statistical Software

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• To perform duties diligently in compliance with statutory and company requirements whilst being aware of the impact of your activities on the safety of yourself and others.
• Execute duties in accordance with the plant Safety, Health, Environmental, Risk & Quality Management Scheme (SHERQ).
• Develop High Standard Visual Critical Control Process Boards which are easy for all to understand using Statistical Process Control, or other suitable tools. Particular emphasis being placed on Step Zero specification and conformity in order to achieve CpK target of > 1.33 (Engineer to aspire on the day to day activities to achieve).
• All out of specification material to be clearly defined and actioned using defined non-conformance processes.
• All critical process control points to be defined and any issues outside process be clearly analysed down to the root cause with effective corrective and preventative measure instituted.
• Ensure all product specifications are up to date with latest process improvements and that Workshop Quality boards are audited to ensure Compliance.
• Project Management to support process optimization and new product developments.
• Assist Quality Lab Supervisor in investigating Customer Complaints to determine RCA, and provide disposition feedback.
• Monitor and analyse data as required and provide data on a day to day basis in order to improve the Product Quality within the Operational Workshops.
• Audit requirements on a day to day basis focusing primarily on Product Quality within the Plant with External and Internal Defects in mind.

Is This Job for You?

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor of Science/Engineering in Chemical Engineering and 3-5 years’ experience in Process Improvement/Optimization or Quality environment. This role calls for a person who is good at communication, and project management experience in a fast-paced environment with product development process. Experience in managing multiple projects at the same time will ensure success in this role.

Role Objective

The role’s objective is to develop and introduce Quality control and process improvements using the tools within the Q&PC Pillar linking through to step Zero of WCM (World Class Manufacturing). Your primary objective will be to improve the production performance KPI’s focusing on the key areas of Yield loss and cost reduction. Also involved in WCM projects within the Plant that links to Product Quality and cover for the Senior Process Engineer as and when required. To undertake these tasks in an efficient safe manner meeting with H&S legislation, company policy and Managers rules.

Legal Statement

“We value the importance of a diverse workforce as a cornerstone of our business success. Our primary focus in selecting the most suitable candidates for our roles is based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We wholeheartedly embrace the principle of equal opportunity in our employment processes and are committed to eliminating any unlawful discrimination in our hiring practices.”