Process Engineer - Manufacturing

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site facility

Health insurance

Career advancement opportunities

Professional certifications

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly analytical Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing operations at our Durban facility. You will analyze current production processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements to boost productivity and product quality.

Working with production teams, quality control, and management, you will deploy data-driven solutions, monitor KPIs, and ensure lean practices drive cost savings and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Process Engineer in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of process simulation software and statistical process control (SPC).
• Proven ability to optimize complex manufacturing workflows and implement lean manufacturing techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for process improvement.
• Design, develop, and implement new or modified manufacturing processes to increase productivity and reduce operational costs.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and technical specifications.
• Conduct feasibility studies and pilot tests for proposed process changes before full-scale implementation.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide technical support to the manufacturing team.
• Monitor KPIs related to production output, quality, and resource utilization.

Skills

Process optimization

Lean manufacturing

SPC (statistical process control)

Process simulation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

SPC software

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly analytical and innovative Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing operations at their facility in Durban. You will be responsible for analyzing existing production processes, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain superior product quality. This role is integral to driving operational excellence and ensuring the smooth functioning of the plant. The successful candidate will work closely with production teams, quality control, and management to implement data-driven solutions within the vibrant industrial hub of KwaZulu-Natal.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for process improvement.
• Design, develop, and implement new or modified manufacturing processes to increase productivity and reduce operational costs.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical specifications.
• Conduct feasibility studies and pilot tests for proposed process changes before full-scale implementation.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide technical support to the manufacturing team.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production output, quality, and resource utilization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Process Engineer in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of process simulation software and statistical process control (SPC).
• Proven ability to optimize complex manufacturing workflows and implement lean manufacturing techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• On-site work environment in a state-of-the-art facility in Durban.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional certifications.
• A collaborative and results-oriented team culture.