The incumbent will be responsible for identifying (including analyses and motivations) and executing improvement opportunities (in Production, Quality, Maintenance Processes) in all manufacturing factories. Responsible for the \u201cproduct quality control\u201d in all various stages of the process, including managing the quality inspectors. And to develop and execute strategy to improve production efficiency. Provide support to maintenance, quality, and production teams.<\/p>\n
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Job Title: Production Engineer<\/strong> KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES):<\/strong> Process Control Plans:<\/strong> Work Instructions:<\/strong> Data Analysis:<\/strong> Introduction of new R&D Product:<\/strong> New Technology to enhance Production:<\/strong> Requirements:<\/strong> EXPERIENCE:<\/strong>
\nLocation:<\/strong> Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa
\nReference #:<\/strong> #DFC210727-1
\nContract Type:<\/strong> Permanent<\/p>\n
\nResponsible for the provision of an effective Production Engineering function:
\nLean Manufacturing Tools
\n\u2022Improves manufacturing efficiency by analysing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
\n\u2022Make improvements to current operations to enhance efficiency
\n\u2022Determine which machines, tools, equipment, etc. will be used and where they will be stationed in the facility
\n\u2022Determine how many workers are needed to man the production line
\n\u2022Increase speed and efficiency of processes without compromising quality
\n\u2022Diagnose origin of breakdowns, including human error, and troubleshoot problems
\n\u2022Investigate problems, analyse root causes, and derive resolutions
\n\u2022Identify opportunities to improve or enhance processes.
\n\u2022Analyse processes to identify trends and gaps.
\n\u2022Deliver proactive, innovative, and appropriate solutions that will enhance and exceed customer expectation and experience.
\n\u2022Perform root cause analysis.
\n\u2022Utilize software systems to simplify business processes.
\n\u2022Design and implement cost-reductive changes
\n\u2022Implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality standards.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes
\n\u2022Develop and implement quality control measures that effectively monitor products and guarantee desired results
\n\u2022Follow product specifications and quality control measures<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Develop operating work-instructions and provides training
\n\u2022Assess and analyse current production methods
\n\u2022Develop and draft an improved production process
\n\u2022Evaluate current production activities and make recommendations for improvements.
\n\u2022Align Work-Instruction to Standard Operating Procedure<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing information and trends (e.g SPC, Pareto,OEE)<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.
\n\u2022Provide engineering\/technical support for production and maintenance activities to ensure maximum production.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Stay current with product specifications, engineering technology and production processes.
\n\u2022Develop best practices to improve production capacity, quality and reliability of production processes and equipment\u2019s<\/p>\n
\nACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:
\n\u2022Grade 12 or equivalent
\n\u2022Degree\/B-Tech in Industrial Engineering<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Minimum 5 years\u2019 experience in manufacturing
\n\u20227 years\u2019 experience in Process Improvement
\n\u2022Experience in Lean Six Sigma<\/p>\n