Process Engineer - Manufacturing

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, retirement & life insurance

Paid vacation and leave

Professional development

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Process Engineer for its Richards Bay facility. You will optimize production processes, troubleshoot issues, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality in a heavy manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate brings a strong engineering background, problem-solving mindset, and hands-on experience in a physical plant environment, driving projects from concept to implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Process Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with process simulation software and statistical process control (SPC).
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing manufacturing processes to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement process changes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Design, test, and implement new manufacturing technologies and equipment.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training materials.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

SPC (Statistical Process Control)

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Process Engineer to join their manufacturing facility in Richards Bay . This role is crucial for optimizing production processes, improving efficiency and ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality. You will work hands-on with the production team to troubleshoot issues, implement new technologies, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background with a passion for problem-solving and a deep understanding of manufacturing workflows and methodologies in a physical plant setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze existing manufacturing processes to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement process changes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Design, test, and implement new manufacturing technologies and equipment.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training materials.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Process Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of process simulation software and statistical process control (SPC).
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and life insurance benefits.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Stable and dynamic work environment in a key industrial hub.