INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER
Kes Recruitment – Cape Town, Western Cape
Location: GAUTENG, BOKSBURG
Salary : R470K
CLOSING DATE: 30 JUNE 2015
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To provide manufacturing process support and product support i.e. manufacturing process documentation, process optimisation, CAPEX program, lean manufacturing and to liase with both the Senior Management Team and the Internal customers within the Boksburg manufacturing site.
REPORTING TO: Process Engineering Manager
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
? Conduct operational studies with the aim of improving challenges in line with the business plan priorities and to translate operational requirements into specifications.
? Offer product support and process support within the designated areea.
? Develop viable strategies to optimise processes and methods.
? Map current operational processes and come up with best layout possible.
? Work with functional leaders to increase productivity, reduce operating costs, maximise efficiency and manage human capital more effectively.
? Coordinate quality control objectives and activities to resolve service problems, maximise reliability, and minimise cost.
? Communicate with management and user personnel to develop processes and process efficiency standards.
? Design and generate reports to identify opportunities that drive performance improvements.
? Create and deliver effective presentations regarding recommended solutions and alternatives for assigned initiatives.
? Manage the CAPEX process including safety, planning, budgeting, design, execution, and reporting within the guidelines in order to provide the best possible return on investment.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
? A minimun of Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering / Mechanical Engineering.
? Desirably 2+ years’ of professional experience in a continuous manufacturing environment.
? Ability to manage diverse engineering projects
? Knowledge of CAPEX, Lean Manufacturing,SOW, SOP, FMEA, CAR, DoEs, RCA is desirable.
? Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and achieve targets
? Knowledge of ERP system is a bonus.
? Excellent problem solving skills with ability to demonstrate judgement and initiative.
? Excellent communication, interpersonal and client relationship skills and ability to interact with people at all levels.
? Creative and advanced design skills.
? Project management skills
? Analytical thinker with good reasoning skills.
? Ability to work precisely and methodically with minimum supervision.
? Computer Literacy (MS Office, Solid Edge – minimum)