ROLE:                      Engineer in Training

LOCATION:             Pinetown, KwaZulu Natal

REPORTING TO:    Operations Manager

DATE:                      December 2024

An industry leader in the manufacturing sector offers an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, detail oriented Graduate Engineer to spend a year rotating through multiple divisions specialising in the design and manufacture of blow moulded and injection moulded packaging.  This role is an ideal fit for natural self-starter with a strong sense of urgency, who takes pride in maintaining a positive work ethic and excellent attention to detail, who would like to build a career with a great company.

 

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

While rotating through various departments the successful candidate will be exposed to:

  • Working on continuous improvement projects on the line in partnership with Production
  • Overseeing assigned Engineering and technical projects
  • Working with the Production team to ensure reliable machine and plant performance
  • Identification and achievement of measurable technical and process developments and improvements.
  • Ensuring engineering excellence in the Plant
  • Ensuring a safe working environment by ensuring Safety Best practices
  • Ensuring Housekeeping and ISO/FSSC standards are consistently maintained.

 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

  • Engineering Degree (BSc/BEng Mechanical/Electrical or Mechatronics’).
  • No Post University experience required
  • Self – motivated, energetic and ability to motivate others
  • Ability to make tough decisions and manage complexity
  • Strong communication and people skills
  • Hands on and get things done type of personality (action orientated)
  • An optimistic and curious mindset
  • An understanding of Continuous Production processes would be advantageous
  • Logical and critical thinking skills essential for this position
  • Happy to work in a Production environment/ Factory floor

 

SALARY

Market-related plus benefits

 

INTERESTED

Please submit your CV, Engineering degree and statement of results with your application to sharon@resourceconsulting.co.za

 

Only candidates who meet the educational requirements will be shortlisted for interviews.

 

Psychometric Assessment will apply for shortlisted candidates.

 

Candidates that do not have an Engineering degree will not be considered for this position.

 

Closing date for CV submission: 20 January 2025

 

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