Junior Engineer WC

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a motivated Junior Engineer to join their dynamic team in the Western Cape. This exciting role involves providing technical support to production and assisting in engineering projects and processes.

POSITION INFO:
Job Requirements:

• Education:
  
  • Grade 12
  • Tertiary Education (including Diplomas, Certificates, and Degrees)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
• Experience:
  
  • 2-5 years relevant experience

• Sound understanding of drawings, fault finding, and equipment testing.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and safe working procedures.
• Technical knowledge of processes, including equipment, raw materials, moulds, downstream equipment, and run-in department.
• Relevant quality system and certification knowledge.
• Administrative, problem-solving, and fault-finding skills.
• Installation and maintenance of parts and related equipment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to act decisively and urgently.
• High emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, and project management abilities.
• Proficiency in relevant software with attention to detail.
• Ensure transparent, responsive, and open communication between colleagues. 

• Industrialise and maintain product processes to ensure compelling and goal-driven startups and process sustainability for the setting and processing team.
• Gather data and perform fundamental analysis to support production processes and engineering projects. Identify trends, issues, or areas for improvement.
• Ensure machine reliability as per the requirements of the setters.
• Monitor operations and effect corrective action as necessary to maintain product quality.
• Control scrap (waste) objectives.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Identify process-related issues or problems and propose solutions.
• Ensure effective use of equipment in line with company policies, production objectives, and the OHS Act.
• Ensure company assets in your care and for your use are maintained and are in good working condition.
• Train electrical, setting, and processing teams as required on best practices for using tools and processes in daily work.
• Assist in the implementation of new systems or software to enhance productivity.
• Maintain detailed records of work processes, changes, and outcomes.

• Monitor and manage the inventory of technical supplies and equipment.
• Order and purchase necessary equipment and materials as directed/required for daily use or projects.

• Ensure and enforce that aspects of responsibility conform to health and safety requirements.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in the area of responsibility (e.g., ensure cleanliness of assigned machines and areas).
• Work safely and report any safety hazards or issues.
• Report any accidents, incidents, and near misses.

• Apply the company’s quality principles and standards.
• Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

• Food safety standards are site-specific, and at these sites, employees should:
  
  • Apply the site’s food safety principles and standards.
  • Report any food safety hazards or issues to your Supervisor/Manager.
  • Comply with and maintain all GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) in relation to the Company’s FSMS (Food Safety Management System).

• Realistically assess your own strengths and development areas and undertake actions to address weaknesses.
• Keep abreast of innovations and technical improvements for further self-development and the company's development.
• Teamwork and cooperation.
• Self-management.
• Leadership and interpersonal relationships.
• Product and service quality.

• Ensure the team knows what to do and where to find information if you are not available.
• Inform yourself about and apply the company's principles and standards.
• Set an example and be a role model for your team and others in the way you work and behave.

1. Follow the link to our jobseeker’s page- for the job title.
2. Click apply to submit your CV.