Job Summary
Leading national packaging company requires a Production Engineer with packaging or FMCG experience, for their factory in Pinetown. Position has runway to develop into a Production Manager role.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
~ Engineering Degree (BSc/BEng Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics) preferred, National Diploma will be considered if relevant experience is strong enough
~ 3+ years experience in a Production / Plant Engineering role in a continuous production environment i.e. packaging or FMCG
~ Logical and critical thinking skills essential
~ Happy to work in a production environment / factory floor
~ Experience managing a team advantageous
REMUNERATION ON OFFER:
~ R50 000 to R65 000 a month plus benefits
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
~ Responsible for all machine and plant maintenance
~ Manage Production team to ensure high performance and motivation
~ Ensure machines achieve or exceed machine efficiencies of not > 85% in a sustainable way
~ Identification and achievement of measurable technical and process developments and improvements
~ Make sure critical spares are in stock and managed effectively
~ Ensure engineering excellence in the plant
~ Make sure housekeeping and ISO standards are consistently maintained
~ Ensure a safe working environment by ensuring Safety Best Practices
~ Work on continuous improvement projects on the line in partnership with Production
CHARACTERISTICS 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
Contact Scott on 0117041302.
McKessar Recruitment
Randburg
2-10
Recruiter
About
We are specialist recruiters in the following industries : 1.) high speed packaging (FMCG), 2.) plastics packaging and 3.) industrial pumps and valves. In these fields we are recruiting for recognised local and international market leaders. Positions we cover include qualified artisans, production / maintenance team leaders, engineers and sales personnel.