Industrial Engineer – GWK Farm Foods, Modderrivier needed at VKB Group

Job Function

• Industrial Engineer is responsible for designing production layouts and processes that increase productivity, eliminate wastefulness and reduce costs while maintaining quality standards within an organization.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
• Degree in Industrial engineering
• At least 1 year proven experience in a production environment.
• Knowledge and Experience in Maize and Wheat Production will be an advantage.
• Advanced Microsoft Office (incl. Advanced Excel).
• Valid driver’s license / own reliable transport.
• Knowledge of 20 Keys will be an advantage 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design efficient production processes to eliminate waste and make the most of every resource involved in manufacturing.
• Compile and manage allocated projects within the data and project department.
• Compile and distribute key statistics to the management team.
• Ensure each project is completed within the allocated budget and timeline.
• Identifying possible projects in the processing environment.
• Identifying production needs continuously to ensure effectivity of production.
• The effective management of projects within the approved project timeframe and budget at Farm Foods (Modderriver and Christiana).
• Determine the feasibility of projects.
• Operational impact study and presentation of new product range to the Farm Foods management team.
• Ergonomically study of each department.
• Compile project plan (Grant chart) per project, during the planning phase and after implementation.
• Compile the 1–5 Year Capex Plan.
• Head special projects in the plant.
• Coordinate all contractors assigned to capital projects.
• Continuous liaison with internal departments, management, suppliers and committees regarding production standards and quality aspects within the processing plant.
• Coordinate all role players in the introduction of a new product.
• Responsible for driving the Continuous Improvement Program (20 Keys), providing the necessary expert support and coordination in terms of:
• Implementation of the program for all keys in conjunction with the key leaders.
• Overall plan and goals in conjunction with the key leaders.
• Following up on progress on action plans and goal achievement matrices and providing the necessary guidance.
• Assisting key leaders with corrective actions on action plans where applicable.
• To complete all allocated training interventions by the direct manager.
• To mentor and coach all relevant staff to ensure standards, processes and practices.
• To keep abreast of all relevant legislation and amendments on relevant legislation, technology, products, processes and techniques by attending workshops, seminars, reading articles and receiving training as well as informing relevant personnel.
• Any other duties as may be required by management.

Skills

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Logical thinker
• Solutions-driven
• Technical-minded
• People Management skills
• Good communication skills
• Good reporting skills
• Good planning skills
• Strong administration skills
• Team player
• Ability to work under pressure