Production Engineer - Chemical Plant

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site position with excellent plant

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Learning and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Engineer to oversee and optimize chemical manufacturing processes at our Bloemfontein facility. The role is hands-on, focusing on safe, high-quality production output and working with plant operators, maintenance, and quality control to troubleshoot issues and drive improvements.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and 3–5 years of production/ Process Engineering experience in chemical manufacturing, with strong analytical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in a production/process engineering role in chemical manufacturing.
• Familiarity with plant operations, process control systems, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production performance and identify opportunities for process optimization to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Troubleshoot operational problems, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to all SHE procedures and regulations.
• Collaborate with maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Manage production schedules and resource allocation to meet output targets.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and implementation of new technologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process control systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Production Engineer to oversee and optimize chemical manufacturing processes at their facility in Bloemfontein . This role is hands-on, focusing on ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality production output. You will work closely with plant operators, maintenance teams, and quality control to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and maintain operational schedules. The ideal candidate is passionate about manufacturing excellence and possesses a strong understanding of chemical plant operations and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor production performance and identify opportunities for process optimization to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Troubleshoot operational problems, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to all safety, health, and environmental (SHE) procedures and regulations.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Manage production schedules and resource allocation to meet output targets.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and the implementation of new technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in a production or process engineering role within a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with plant operations, process control systems, and safety procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly with diverse personnel.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for overtime pay.
• On-site position with excellent plant facilities.
• Medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for learning and development within the manufacturing sector.
• A stable and supportive working environment.