A packaging manufacturer with a vast national footprint across Southern Africa offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Engineer to get involved in looking after Production Engineering Projects across 3 of their factories, working directly with fast-paced blow moulding machines and production processes.  This role is an ideal fit for an energetic 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.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Responsible for all machine and plant maintenance
• Working with the Production team to ensure reliable machine and plant performance
• Identification and achievement of measurable technical and process developments and improvements.
• Ensure critical spares are in stock and managed effectively.
• Ensuring engineering excellence in the Plant
• Ensuring a safe working environment by ensuring Safety Best practices
• Ensuring Housekeeping and all Company standards are consistently maintained.
• Working on continuous improvement projects on the line in partnership with Production

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Engineering Degree (BSc/BEng Mechanical/Electrical, Industrial or Mechatronics) ESSENTIAL
• 2 – 3 years’ experience in an Engineering role in a Manufacturing environment, preferably packaging or FMCG related
• An understanding of Continuous Production processes would be advantageous
• Logical and critical thinking skills essential for this position
• 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

SALARY

Market-related plus benefits

INTERESTED

Please submit your CV, Engineering degree, and recent payslip along with your application to sharon@resourceconsulting.co.za

Kindly note that only candidates who meet the educational requirements will be shortlisted for interviews.

Psychometric Assessment will apply for shortlisted candidates.