Production Engineer Kempton Park

Cochrane Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Gauteng is seeking a production engineer to oversee manufacturing processes. You will supervise staff, ensure health and safety, diagnose production issues, and train workers. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering and 8-10 years of experience in fast-paced environments, preferably in steel fabrication. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential. This role offers a CTC-based package with medical aid provisions included.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years leading and managing production teams.
• Experience in fast-paced production environment.
• Experience with steel fabrication processes and maintenance.
• Proven experience in the engineering field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise manufacturing processes ensuring quality and safety.
• Liaise with engineers to improve production plans.
• Diagnose problems on the production line.
• Establish safety procedures and protocols.

Skills

Superb analytical skills

Strong leadership abilities

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in engineering (Master's degree preferable)

Tools

CAD software

MS Office

Job description

Introduction

We are searching for a reliable, innovative production engineer to oversee manufacturing processes at our company.

You will join our growing team of professionals and be responsible for supervising staff, ensuring health and safety codes are followed, training workers in the responsible use of machinery, identifying problems in the production line, troubleshooting equipment, and completing various administrative tasks.

To be successful as a production engineer, you should be an independent thinker and keen problem-solver.

As a successful production engineer, you will be responsible for diagnosing problems, training staff, and providing effective recommendations.

Duties & Responsibilities

Supervising the manufacturing processes, ensuring quality work is done in a safe, efficient manner.

Liaising with other engineers to develop plans that improve production, costs, and labor required.

Diagnosing problems in the production line and providing recommendations and training.

Establishing safety procedures and protocols that take the workers' well-being into account, and that also minimize the carbon footprint.

Keeping abreast of advancements in engineering and production, and sharing knowledge with co-workers.

Identifying, documenting, and reporting unsafe practices.

Drawing up production schedules and budgets for projects.

Scheduling meetings with relevant departments and stakeholders.

Analyzing all facets of production and making recommendations for improvement.

Obtaining any materials and equipment required.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Degree in engineering (Master's degree preferable) Mechanical / Industrial.

8-10 years Leading and managing productions teams.

Must have experience with fast-paced production environment.

Steel Fabrication processes and maintenance process.

Relevant license may be required.

Experience with CAD software.

Operations Management : 8 years (Preferred).

Manufacturing processes and procedures : 8 years Min.

Financial and Budget control 3 years min.

Continues improvement / Maintenance / Scheduling / planning / Operations more than 5 years.

Proficiency in MS Office.

Proven experience in the engineering field.

Superb analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

Strong leadership abilities.

Superb written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to make decisions under pressure.

Great attention to detail and organizational skills.

Package & Remuneration

CTC Based appointment.

Provision needs to be made for Medical Aid inclusive of CTC package.

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