Project Production Engineer

Findojobs South Africa; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an engineer specialized in mechanical engineering or manufacturing technology to optimize assembly processes. The role involves managing projects, liaising with clients and suppliers, and training employees, ensuring high-quality production standards and lean principles. A suitable candidate will have substantial experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Several years of professional experience in assembly/production.
• Experience in project management and managing sub-projects.
• High willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Development and optimization of assembly processes and equipment concepts.
• Coordination of project-specific work packages with customers and suppliers.
• Organization of training and ensuring knowledge transfer to employees.

Skills

Knowledge of industrial planning methods

Lean production principles

Communication skills

Teamwork

Moderation and conflict management

Fluency in English

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering/manufacturing technology

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Development and optimization of assembly processes and equipment concepts, incorporating lean principles.
• Participation in industrialization projects and management of sub-projects for the system assembly.
• Coordination of project-specific work packages with customers and suppliers, including support and control of machine suppliers.
• Monitoring and control of assembly systems, including final acceptance and process acceptance by the customer.
• Organization of training and ensuring knowledge transfer to employees, along with negotiating work results and concepts with customers and management.

Job Requirements:

• A completed degree as an engineer in the field of mechanical engineering/manufacturing technology or a comparable qualification
• Several years of professional experience in the area of assembly/production and/or assembly process planning
• Knowledge and experience in the application of industrial planning methods and lean production principles
• Experience in Project Management, managing sub-projects in the production department
• Knowledge of using MS Office and MS Project Strong communication, team, moderation and conflict management skills
• Fluent written and spoken English skills, high willingness to travel