Reference : ZAF00608
Process Engineer
South Africa, Gauteng, BRAKPAN
- Permanent / Regular
- Research and Development
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On site
Why do we need you ?
- Investigate causes of losses in the production processes
- Model processes to predict process parameters
- Calculate process variables
- Design plant equipment and systems.
- Propose solutions for these losses production staff, maintenance staff and group technical experts.
- Execute solutions by liaising with production staff, maintenance staff and capital project team.
- Develop raw material specifications.
- Analysis of production data as indication of main focus areas.
- Determination of process settings.
- Installing process improvements following the MOC process and training the new systems to maintenance and operating staff.
- Planning and Implementation of Trials.
- Investigation and implementation of control procedures of external factors affecting production.
- Responsible for keeping operation data and updates thereof.
- Constantly striving to determine methods of improving efficiencies and / or reducing costs.
Is this job for you ?
The ideal candidate will require to a minimum of a Bachelor of Science/Engineering in Chemical Engineering with Honours from a suitably accredited university. The candidate must have a minimum of 3 to 5 years relevant experience working in a 24-hour manufacturing environment post-graduation specific to Process Improvement/Optimization and/or Quality. Lean methodology knowledge is an added advantage. Working in a fast-paced environment is crucial for this role.
To make sure nothing is forgotten
This role will be responsible for maximising yield and minimising process stops, breakdowns and human error stops by improving the methods, technology, equipment and materials used by the production staff.
Legal Statement
“We value the importance of a diverse workforce as a cornerstone of our business success. Our primary focus in selecting the most suitable candidates for our roles is based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We wholeheartedly embrace the principle of equal opportunity in our employment processes and are committed to eliminating any unlawful discrimination in our hiring practices”.