Quality à United States

Our client in the automotive component manufacturing industry is currently looking to employ a Process Engineer based in Uitenhage / Kariega.

A wonderful career opportunity awaits you!

Position Info: Requirements:

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or N6.
• 3-5 years’ experience in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Component manufacturing experience coupled with machining experience will be highly beneficial.
• Ability to update and maintain all Control Plan and FMEA RPN reduction activities, as well as coordinate and improve process capabilities throughout the plant.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and knowledge of GD&T.
• Strong initiative and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Good understanding of core tools.

Responsibilities and Expectations (not limited to):

• Maintain all associated PPAP documentation, including PFMEA, Flow Charts, Control Plans, Process Sheets, Operator Instructions, etc.
• Specify and improve manufacturing control systems to ensure safe and efficient manufacturing processes.
• Modify SAP / Mapics process routing for new material/model releases.
• Continuously improve first-time quality (FTT) metrics through data analysis and process improvements.
• Document process changes with strict adherence to change management procedures.
• Implement controls and policies to ensure equipment safety for new and existing equipment.
• Construct and maintain project timing plans where applicable.
• Assist department members in achieving departmental objectives.
• Participate in cross-functional APQP meetings for project launches.
• Coordinate with internal project management, applications engineering, and design engineering teams to ensure product design for manufacturing and timely production.
• Develop, implement, and validate new model variants to meet APQP gateways, including customer run-at-rate.
• Document process capacity and seek continuous improvements to reduce bottleneck cycle times.
• Ensure technical requirements from PFMEA and control plans are met and validated through PPAP documentation.
• Maintain action plans and trackers for improvement themes focused on RFT and FTT.
• Report on action progress in regular meetings to enhance equipment safety and process performance.
• Conduct GR&R, capability studies, and poke-yoke tests to ensure process robustness.
• Collaborate with maintenance and controls teams to prevent downtime through process and equipment redesign.
• Provide process support for equipment diagnostics.
• Design and modify jigs, fixtures, and tooling as needed.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Office Suite (including Visio and Project) is ideal but not essential.
• Travel as necessary to support operations and affiliates.

Please note: If you do not receive a response within two weeks of applying, you may assume your application was unsuccessful.