Process Optimisation Engineer
Network Contracting Solutions · Johannesburg North, Gauteng
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Are you a technically driven Engineer with a passion for improving processes, reducing inefficiencies and driving operational excellence? Our client is looking for a Process Optimisation Engineer to identify opportunities for improvement, optimise production processes and implement sustainable solutions that enhance productivity, quality, safety and cost efficiency. Duties & Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyse existing manufacturing and production processes to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
- Develop and implement process optimisation initiatives to improve productivity, quality and operational performance.
- Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective and preventative actions.
- Monitor process performance using data, KPIs and statistical analysis.
- Identify opportunities to reduce waste, downtime, production losses and operating costs.
- Develop, review and improve process standards, procedures and work instructions.
- Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering and other departments to implement process improvements.
- Lead continuous improvement projects and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
- Conduct process capability and performance studies where required.
- Assist with the design and implementation of process changes, equipment improvements and automation initiatives.
- Investigate recurring production problems and recommend practical engineering solutions.
- Ensure optimisation projects comply with relevant safety, quality and environmental standards.
- Track the effectiveness and financial impact of implemented improvements.
- Prepare technical reports, process documentation and presentations for management.
- Support the training and implementation of improved processes within the production environment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- BEng/BSc/BTech in Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical or Process Engineering.
- 2–5 years' relevant experience in process engineering, process optimisation, manufacturing or continuous improvement.
- Experience working within a manufacturing, production or industrial environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen or Continuous Improvement will be advantageous.
- Good understanding of production processes, process controls and performance monitoring.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Experience with data analysis and process performance reporting.
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Process optimisation
- Continuous improvement
- Root cause analysis
- Data analysis
- Problem solving
- Project management
- Lean Manufacturing
- Process mapping
- KPI monitoring
- Technical reporting
- Cross-functional collaboration