Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer - Lead & Innovate

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual bonus

Leave allowance

On-site canteen

Wellness programs

International training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer to join the Cape Town team. You will lead a team of engineers and technicians, optimize production lines, and implement advanced manufacturing solutions.

The role requires expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and SPC, with a proven track record of managing complex projects and driving continuous improvement across R&D, Quality Assurance, and Production. Hybrid work model offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing process engineering.
• Experience leading engineering teams on complex projects.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and SPC.
• Proficiency with CAD software and process simulation.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of manufacturing processes.
• Analyze production data to identify process improvements and cost reductions.
• Develop and manage project plans for new product introductions.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the process engineering team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Develop SOPs for manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate new technologies and automation solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

SPC

Project leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Industrial/Mechanical Eng

Tools

CAD software

Simulation tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer to join the Cape Town team. You will lead a team of engineers and technicians, optimize production lines, and implement advanced manufacturing solutions.

The role requires expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and SPC, with a proven track record of managing complex projects and driving continuous improvement across R&D, Quality Assurance, and Production. Hybrid work model offered.