Job Description
About the Role
As a Process Engineer in our Uitenhage facility, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth start-up of Premium Wrapping/Sewing machines and the implementation of best practices for production processes. You will work closely with the Plant and Project teams to develop quality standards and timelines, while also contributing to continuous improvement activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow the start-up of all Premium Wrapping/Sewing machines on site in order to get the standards and best practices.
- Prepare the initial samples with Plant and Project team for the final customer according to quality standard and time schedule.
- Put on the control and insure the stability of production.
- Examine the feasibility of all new Premium Wrapping processes and new products and validate all improvements before to start in production mode.
- Train and coach the Operators in plant on processes.
- Contribute, in liaison with the Maintenance Supervisor, to improve the maintenance procedures.
- Propose and implement continuous productivity (SMED, CIG) and quality (scrap) improvement actions concerning injection process.
- Manage the technical processes, parameters and tooling for the relevant processes.
- Set and control process parameters.
- Lead the QRCI process to investigate quality concerns caused by process and/or equipment.
- Integrate ergonomic principles in equipment and plant layout.
- Support maintenance in root cause analysis for equipment failures.
- Review of Process Flow Diagrams.
- Lead the FMEA process.
- Manage the product interface with Product Development.
- Contribute to the Engineering Change process.
- Support continuous improvement activities.
- Define and update cycle times in line with planned takt times.
- Define product specification and support the tooling and equipment buy-off.
Requirements
National Diploma or Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field. Minimum 5 years experience in automotive and engineering experience with Premium wrapping/Sewing machines, inclusive of extensive material qualities knowledge (advantageous). FMEA and RFMEA development and maintenance. BOM management and auditing. Problem solving methodology (8D Tool, Six sigma, etc.)
Qualifications
No qualifications mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
Salary information not provided.
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The engineering sector in Nelson Mandela Bay is generally a thriving industry, with various sectors requiring skilled professionals to drive innovation and growth. The region’s strong economy, coupled with its strategic location, makes it an attractive hub for companies operating in the manufacturing, technology, and infrastructure sectors. As a result, job seekers in this field can expect to find a range of opportunities across different industries.
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The engineering sector in Nelson Mandela Bay commonly employs professionals in various industries, including financial services, technology, manufacturing, infrastructure, and energy. Many companies operating in these sectors require engineers to design, develop, and implement innovative solutions to drive growth and efficiency.
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