Senior Production Engineer: Lean, Automation & Growth Lead

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Production Engineer for their Pietermaritzburg facility in KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on process optimization, efficiency improvements, and implementing new production methodologies, with a strong emphasis on leadership and mentoring of junior engineers and technicians.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, at least 5 years in manufacturing/production engineering, and proven experience in lean and Six

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in manufacturing/production engineering.
• Proven track record in process optimization, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing equipment, automation, and control systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsabilités

• Oversee all aspects of the production process ensuring quality and targets.
• Develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in efficiency, cost reduction, and waste minimization.
• Lead design, development, and installation of new production equipment and processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with R&D, quality control and maintenance for seamless operations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and line operators.
• Manage project timelines and budgets for engineering initiatives at the Pietermaritzburg facility.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.

Connaissances

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Team mentoring

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering

Outils

CAD

Simulation tools

Automation

Control systems

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Production Engineer for their Pietermaritzburg facility in KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on process optimization, efficiency improvements, and implementing new production methodologies, with a strong emphasis on leadership and mentoring of junior engineers and technicians.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, at least 5 years in manufacturing/production engineering, and proven experience in lean and Six