Manufacturing Engineer (Design / Drawings / Operations / Process Improvement / Quality / Procurement / Safety) Gauteng
Manufacturing Engineer (Design / Drawings / Operations / Process Improvement / Quality / Procurement / Safety) Gauteng
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Reference Number: CV164
Job Description:
Our client a leading manufacturer in the mining equipment sector is seeking a highly experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join their team in Gauteng. The primary purpose of this role is to act as the permanent link between Manufacturing and Engineering driving improvements in design for manufacturing processes and quality while ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
Responsibilities:
- Liaison between Manufacturing and Engineering (local and overseas design engineers).
- Observe identify and drive improvements in design for manufacturing opportunities.
- Review and assess designs/drawings submitted for manufacturing.
- Improve manufacturing processes and techniques to enhance productivity and efficiency.
- Actively participate in the OFI (Opportunities for Improvement) and NCR (Non-Conformance Reporting) processes.
- Support sourcing and procurement requirements ensuring technical accuracy.
- Assist the Quality department and Works Manager in implementing systems to deliver quality products.
- Assess casting manufacturing processes incoming items and WIP nominating hold/witness points.
- Participate in project management processes to achieve on-time delivery (OTD) goals.
- Liaise with clients during machine inspections and collaborate with in-house departments suppliers and overseas colleagues.
- Ensure compliance with QCPs and assist with corrective action documentation.
- Assist in the design and development of jigs and fixtures.
- Serve as a GMR2.7a appointee.
- Ensure adherence to safety standards and foster a strong safety culture.
- Ensure production KPIs (quality productivity profitability) are understood and achieved.
- Support planning schedules (WTL) and adhere to departmental budgets.
- Ensure compliance with QMS standards.
Requirements: Qualification and Skill
- Education: Tertiary Mechanical Engineering qualification (minimum T4 or BSc preferred). Studying towards GCC advantageous.
- Experience: 8–10 years in a similar manufacturing role with at least 2 years’ design experience (SolidWorks advantageous).
- Knowledge of quality systems and root cause analysis.
- Safety knowledge with ability to improve safety standards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; basic design software knowledge required.
- Welding and casting knowledge advantageous.
- Understanding of technical systems (plumbing carpentry electrical safety).
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing equipment and process flows.
Benefits and Contractual information:
- Competitive remuneration package with benefits
- Permanent employment
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Christo van der Ham
Managing Recruitment Consultant
CA Mining
CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.
Employment Type
Full Time
