Production Engineer - Chemical Manufacturing

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Sick leave

On-the-job training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Production Engineer for a Durban-based manufacturing facility. You will supervise daily chemical production operations, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to boost productivity and product quality while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a chemical engineering degree with at least 4 years of experience in chemical manufacturing. Lean/Six Sigma exposure is a plus, and opportunities for career progression are highlighted in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing or production environment.
• Solid understanding of chemical plant operations and process control systems.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities to meet output targets and quality standards.
• Monitor process parameters and equipment performance, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Implement and manage preventative maintenance schedules for production machinery.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Train and supervise plant operators on safe operating procedures and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Decision making

Under pressure

Training & supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a dedicated Production Engineer for their manufacturing facility located in Durban . You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient, safe, and cost-effective operation of chemical production lines. This role involves supervising daily operations, troubleshooting manufacturing issues, and implementing improvements to enhance productivity and product quality. Join a stable company with a strong focus on operational excellence and employee development in the bustling industrial hub of Durban .

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities to meet output targets and quality standards.
• Monitor process parameters and equipment performance, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Implement and manage preventative maintenance schedules for production machinery.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Train and supervise plant operators on safe operating procedures and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing or production environment.
• Solid understanding of chemical plant operations and process control systems.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a production setting.

Benefits

• Attractive salary with regular performance reviews.
• Full medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave.
• On-the-job training and opportunities for career advancement within Durban .
• Safe and supportive working environment.