Remote Production Engineer

Placements24; East London; Remote; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Flexible remote schedule

Professional development budget

Global impact opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Production Engineer to optimize and analyze manufacturing processes from a distance. The role focuses on improving efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring high-quality output through remote analysis and strategic implementation.

You will collaborate with on-site production teams, R&D, and supply chain partners to drive operational excellence and scale manufacturing globally from a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years as Production Engineer in manufacturing.
• Strong data analysis, SPC, MES/ERP proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production data and identify opportunities for improvement and cost reduction.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance production efficiency, yield, and quality.
• Collaborate with on-site teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions remotely.
• Research and recommend new technologies or methodologies to improve manufacturing operations.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for production processes, standards, and procedures.
• Support new product introductions by optimizing manufacturing processes for scalability and efficiency.

Skills

Process analysis

Optimization techniques

SPC

MES software

ERP software

Remote communication

Independent work

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MES software

ERP software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a forward-thinking and analytical Remote Production Engineer to enhance and optimize their manufacturing processes from a distance. This role will focus on improving efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring the highest quality output through remote analysis and strategic implementation. You will collaborate closely with on-site production teams, R&D, and supply chain partners to drive operational excellence. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned engineer who is adept at remote collaboration and possesses a deep understanding of manufacturing optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production data and process performance to identify opportunities for improvement and cost reduction.
• Develop and implement strategies for enhancing production efficiency, yield, and quality.
• Collaborate with on-site teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions remotely.
• Research and recommend new technologies or methodologies to improve manufacturing operations.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for production processes, standards, and procedures.
• Support new product introductions by optimizing manufacturing processes for scalability and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering , Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Significant experience (5+ years) as a Production Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in process analysis, optimization techniques, and statistical process control (SPC).
• Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES) and ERP systems.
• Excellent remote communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Flexible remote work schedule and supportive virtual environment.
• Budget for professional development and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to significantly impact manufacturing operations on a global scale.