Production Engineer

Your mission:

Troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Tracking plant production and OEE and analysing the data and developing solutions
Materials and stock management
Shut planning and coordination
Process safety risk management and quality control
Assist the Production Manager with people development
Contractor management
Ensure continuous improvement and process optimization
Research and propose potential trials for new processes and/or equipment
Develop SOPs, BOPs, and WOP and troubleshooting guides(responsibility)
Provide tools for production team to monitor environmental Impact of the process
Manage budget and cost deviations (own area)
Safety, health and environmental risk management
Assess the environmental impact of production process to comply with legislation and permit limits
Perform standby duties as required.
Coordinate gatekeeping meetings (G1, 2 and 3)
Liaise with maintenance teams to ensure equipment safety and efficiency
Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant legislation

Your profile:

BSc or BEng Chemical Engineering Degree
3 or more years’ experience asa Production Engineer in Recovery boilers and Evaporation plant,
Or fossil fueled boilers within manufacturing industry
Post Graduate qualification will be advantageous
Professional affiliation to an accredited body such as ECSA will be advantageous
SAP system experience will be advantageous
At least 2 years’ experience in a supervisory or people management position

We offer:

Location: Richards Bay Mill, 7 Western Arterial, Alton, Richards Bay, 3900
Duration: Permanent

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We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future. 

Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.

Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above.

Only CVs uploaded onto our online career platform will be taken into consideration. With your application, you will be redirected to our recruiting platform. After creating an account, you will receive an activation link. If you do not find the email in your inbox, please check your spam folder or add the address no-reply@mondigroup.com to your “safe list” or address book.

Appointments will be made in line with our Employment Equity Plan. The above advert has minimum requirements listed; however, Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for shortlisting.

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