Production Engineer - FMCG

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund membership

Paid annual leave

Training and career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Engineer for a leading FMCG facility in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA. You will optimize production lines, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement on-site.

You will work with production supervisors, QA, and maintenance to meet targets, implement new technologies, and maintain high quality standards.

This role offers exposure to fast-paced manufacturing and growth within the FMCG sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a production or manufacturing engineering role, preferably in FMCG.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, particularly in high-volume production environments.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA.
• Experience with process simulation software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
• Troubleshoot production line issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of new equipment and production lines.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure equipment uptime and minimize breakdowns.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production processes.
• Ensure production activities comply with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Train production operators and technicians on new processes and equipment.
• Participate in new product introduction (NPI) activities and ensure manufacturability.
• Collect and analyze production data to track performance and identify trends.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a leading player in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector and is seeking an enthusiastic Production Engineer for their facility in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA. This role is critical for optimizing production lines, ensuring efficient operations, and maintaining high product quality standards. You will be involved in troubleshooting, process improvement, and implementing new technologies to enhance manufacturing output. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in mechanical or industrial engineering, with a keen eye for efficiency and operational excellence. You will work closely with production supervisors, quality assurance teams, and maintenance staff to achieve production targets. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer to gain experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in South Africa. Our client is committed to fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within their operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
• Troubleshoot production line issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of new equipment and production lines.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure equipment uptime and minimize breakdowns.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production processes.
• Ensure production activities comply with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Train production operators and technicians on new processes and equipment.
• Participate in new product introduction (NPI) activities and ensure manufacturability.
• Collect and analyze production data to track performance and identify trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a production or manufacturing engineering role, preferably in the FMCG sector.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, particularly in high-volume production environments.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Must be able to work on-site in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA.
• Experience with process simulation software is advantageous.

Benefits

• Annual salary up to ZAR.
• Medical aid contributions.
• Retirement fund membership.
• Paid annual leave.
• Opportunities for training and career development within the FMCG industry.
• Work in a dynamic and fast-paced production environment.
• Exposure to diverse consumer product manufacturing.