Process Engineer, Manufacturing Support – On-site Paarl

Placements24

Stellenbosch

On-site

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid
Competitive salary
Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Engineer to support our client’s Paarl operation. You will optimize production lines, troubleshoot deviations, and drive continuous improvement in a chemical/food processing environment.

The ideal candidate has a chemical engineering degree and 3–5 years’ experience, strong problem-solving, and solid teamwork. On-site role with medical aid and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
  • 3–5 years experience in process engineering or manufacturing support in chemical/food processing.
  • Solid understanding of chemical engineering unit operations and process control.
  • Experience troubleshooting manufacturing processes and equipment.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 and safety protocols.
  • Proficiency in MS Office; experience with process simulation software is a plus.
  • On-site in Paarl, Western Cape.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and analyze production processes to identify and resolve issues.
  • Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Develop and update SOPs for plant operations.
  • Assist with equipment malfunctions and process upsets.
  • Conduct process validation and qualification activities.
  • Support QA to ensure compliance with specs and standards.
  • Assist in process hazard analyses and safe operating practices.

Skills

Analytical thinking
Problem solving
Teamwork
Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Process Engineer to support our client’s Paarl operation. You will optimize production lines, troubleshoot deviations, and drive continuous improvement in a chemical/food processing environment.

The ideal candidate has a chemical engineering degree and 3–5 years’ experience, strong problem-solving, and solid teamwork. On-site role with medical aid and growth opportunities.

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