Production Engineer - Chemical Manufacturing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance and retirement plan

Career advancement opportunities

Paid training and development programs

Challenging and rewarding environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a practical Production Engineer to optimize daily operations at a chemical manufacturing facility in Mahikeng. You will troubleshoot process issues, implement improvements, and collaborate with operators and maintenance to drive productivity and cost reductions.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, data-driven decisions, and ensuring safe, high-quality output, with opportunities for growth and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical field.
• 3+ years in a production/manufacturing engineering role within the chemical industry.
• Solid understanding of chemical unit operations and process control.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize day-to-day chemical production processes to meet targets.
• Troubleshoot process upsets and equipment malfunctions, implementing timely solutions.
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, yield, and safety.
• Collaborate with maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and uptime.
• Train operators on new procedures and process improvements.
• Monitor production metrics, analyze data, and report on performance in Mahikeng.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a practical and proactive Production Engineer to optimize and manage daily operations within their chemical manufacturing facility in Mahikeng . This role is hands-on, focusing on ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality production output. You will be responsible for troubleshooting process issues, implementing improvements, working closely with operators and maintenance teams, and driving initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce costs. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with a solid understanding of chemical manufacturing principles and a commitment to operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize day-to-day chemical production processes to meet targets.
• Troubleshoot process upsets and equipment malfunctions, implementing timely solutions.
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, yield, and safety.
• Collaborate with maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and uptime.
• Train operators on new procedures and process improvements.
• Monitor production metrics, analyze data, and report on performance in Mahikeng .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in a production or manufacturing engineering role within the chemical industry.
• Solid understanding of chemical unit operations and process control.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
• Paid training and professional development programs.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment focused on production success.