Process Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimise manufacturing processes to maximise efficiency, productivity, and product quality.
• Analyse production data and identify opportunities to improve process capability and reduce variability.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, cost savings, energy efficiency, and increased throughput.
• Investigate process deviations and production losses using Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures and process documentation.
• Support new product introductions, process trials, and production improvements.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and process performance.
• Monitor process KPIs and prepare technical reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, environmental regulations, and health and safety requirements.
• Participate in capital projects, equipment upgrades, commissioning, and plant optimisation initiatives.
• Conduct process capability studies and statistical analysis to support operational decision-making.
• Train production teams on process improvements and best operating practices.

Minimum Requirements

• BEng or BTech in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 35 years' experience as a Process Engineer within a continuous manufacturing environment.
• Experience within the paper, pulp, packaging, FMCG, chemical, or related manufacturing industries will be highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of process optimisation, manufacturing principles, and production systems.
• Experience analysing production data and implementing process improvements.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP or manufacturing systems will be advantageous.

Advantageous Experience

• Exposure to paper converting or paper production processes.
• Knowledge of process control systems, instrumentation, and automation.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and process capability analysis.
• Familiarity with ISO Quality, Environmental, and Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems.
• Experience participating in capital projects and equipment commissioning.

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