Job Responsibilities Elimination of waste Drive ME Improvement objectives by analysis of lost time using the relevant problem-solving techniques. Monitor & reduce scrap (By means of but not limited to the TQM process) Ensure all agreed improvements are timeously planned and implemented. Continuous Improvement Standardize all Processes Drive improvement targets through the ME and TQM processes. (With the intention to reduce downtime and cost of poor quality). Ensure Improvement Targets to Budgets are met. Kaizen Initiatives (Drive A3 problem solving activities to eliminate waste, improve Quality and production output within all areas of control). 5's Ensure 5S is principles are practiced at all times. Ensure 5S initiatives are implemented on new lines. (Support with 5S improvement activities to ensure 5S is sustained in all areas of control). Health, Safety and Environment Comply with all applicable compliance obligations to which the company subscribes to. Evaluating processes and equipment to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations. Provide a workplace that is without risk of injury and ill-health. Drive initiatives to ensure that we improve our environment and prevent pollution. Correct PPE & PPC Usage in all areas of control (Advise and standardize the use of the correct PPE and PPC for facility and Process requirements). Quality Meet or exceed customer requirements (Ensure products meet customer specifications, standards, and requirements for new and existing components). Risk Based Thinking (Identify risks that will affect quality for new and existing products and implement the required actions to alleviate these risks). Approval of manufacturing processes and equipment (Jigs, fixtures and manufacturing processes will need to be designed, manufactured/ implemented, and bought off/ approved to the relevant standards within the organisation). Assist in trial activities to ensure all internal and customer requirements are met (Manufacturing processes must adhere to the quality requirements within the organization) (MPT). Job Requirements Grade 12 (Critical) Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent CAD Use of Measuring Equipment Project Management experience Experience in a Production Engineering Environment 5 to 10 years’ experience in Process Engineering. Minimum of 3 years managerial experience Technical skills and specialist knowledge Knowledge of MS Office Problem solving Methodology. Knowledge of the Manufacturing Excellence system General understanding of press and injection moulding tool design and manufacture General understanding of the operation of metal presses and injection moulding machines General understanding of the process parameters in metal pressing and injection moulding Familiarity with environmental and safety, health, and environment regulations #J-18808-Ljbffr