{"id":16501,"date":"2014-01-29T01:27:46","date_gmt":"2014-01-28T23:27:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/?p=16501"},"modified":"2014-01-29T01:27:46","modified_gmt":"2014-01-28T23:27:46","slug":"senior-mechanical-engineer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/senior-mechanical-engineer.html","title":{"rendered":"Senior Mechanical Engineer"},"content":{"rendered":"
Main Purpose of Job<\/strong> <\/p>\n Main Responsibilities<\/strong> <\/p>\n Job Requirements<\/strong> <\/p>\n Key Compentencies<\/strong>
\nProvide Mechanical engineering services to the Engineering department in support of the Epping Mill Operations team. To ensure Epping Mill assets are managed and maintained at world class standards. Ensure the manufacturing processes on all assets are continuously improved such that quality & efficiencies are improved, and cost & downtime reduced whilst maintaining world class safety.<\/p>\n
\nEnsure assets are maintained in a \u201cSafe to operate\u201d condition at all times, while promoting safe working practices and \u201cdesign for safety\u201d to meet all EHS objectives of the plant. This includes adherence to Statutory and Regulatory requirements.
\nProject management: Plan, organise and successfully execute Mechanical Projects in time and within budget. (Including specification writing and tender proposal evaluation.)
\nProvide Engineering solutions through modifications\/upgrades to resolve operational \/ process problems to continuously improve the manufacturing process robustness
\nManage changes in process and equipment required by changes in product specifications and productivity requirements. This includes updating of spare stockholding & technical support training.
\nSupport QMS certification Audits, through assurance of relevant system compliance.
\nTrain, develop and up-skill personnel by means of on the job as well as technical and generic training.
\nCommunications – provide relevant and timely communications at all levels.<\/p>\n
\nQualifications \/ Experience
\nMinimum of a BSc. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent tertiary education
\nMinimum of 8 years previous project engineering and\/or maintenance experience in FMCG environment<\/p>\n
\nExcellent project management and execution skills is required
\nAbove average computer literacy (incl. CAD, MS Project, Excel etc.)
\nExperience with a CMMS e.g. SAP PM is preferable.
\nDiaper and\/or Femcare manufacturing experience would be an advantage
\nStructured problem solving & strong analytical skills
\nLEAN \/ TPM implementation experience would be an advantage
\nHas demonstrated good leadership qualities in line with K.C policies and practices. Experience leading\/managing a Maintenance or cross functional team is required.
\nExcellent design, process improvement and maintenance experience<\/p>\n