Senior Process Engineer

Mondi plc; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global packaging and paper company is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize production processes within their Richards Bay facility. Candidates should have a BSc in Chemical Engineering, with 5-10 years of relevant experience in process engineering, particularly in heavy engineering or the pulp and paper industry. The role emphasizes sustainability and efficiency, offering a permanent position with professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Learning & Development

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• 5 - 10 years of relevant process engineering experience within Heavy Engineering or Pulp & Paper Industry.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a senior technical and people management position.
• Valid South African Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Implement best practices for plant throughput and emission reduction.
• Investigate plant bottlenecks and propose technical solutions.
• Monitor and ensure efficient consumption of raw materials.

Skills

Process optimization

Project management

Technical support engagement

Production analysis

Environmental impact assessment

Education

BSc Chemical Engineering Degree

B Tech Pulp & Paper

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Mondi benchmarked against best practices, newest technologies through market research
• Implement best practices for plant through put, emission reduction, quality improvement and energy reduction
• Develop and prepare concepts into tangible projects

• Commission and optimize new processes
• Optimize existing processes to maximise production and reduce costs
• Investigate plant bottle-necks and break-downs, identify root causes, propose and implement solutions
• Analyze relevant technology, resource needs and market demand to plan and assess the feasibility of projects
• Develop and recommend process strategies to optimize the safe and efficient maximisation of production targets
• Monitor and evaluate plant performance ensuring the safe and efficient maximizing of production targets
• Identify root cause of production anomalies and initiates rectifying actions required
• Monitor and ensure the efficient consumptions of raw materials used in the process
• Research and propose potential trials for new processes and/or equipment
• Coordinate and direct projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals relating to the integration of technical activities
• Set scientific and technical goals within broad outlines provided by top management
• Assess variable costs of production and identify opportunities to reduce these costs
• Engage with OEM for technical support, driving OEE and technology advancement
• Perform various administrative functions such as reviewing and writing of reports, compiling of capital projects in the annual capex budget and budget control
• Assess the environmental impact of production process to comply with legislation and permit limits
• Provide tools for production team to monitor environmental Impact of the process
• Liaise with maintenance to ensure that equipment is safe to use
• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant legislation

Your profile

• BSc Chemical Engineering Degree
• B Tech Pulp & Paper will be advantageous
• Valid South African Drivers License
• Professional Registration with ECSA will be advantageous
• 5 - 10 years’ relevant process engineering experience within Heavy Engineering environment or Pulp & Paper Industry
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior technical and people management position
• SAP expereince is essential
• Must have project management experience

We offer:

• Duration: Permanent
• Learning & Development

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We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future.

Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.

Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi.

Only CVs uploaded onto our online career platform will be taken into consideration. With your application, you will be redirected to our recruiting platform. After creating an account, you will receive an activation link. If you do not find the email in your inbox, please check your spam folder or add the address [e-mail] to your “safe list” or address book.

Appointments will be made in line with our Employment Equity Plan. The above advert has minimum requirements listed; however, Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for shortlisting.

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