Mission    

• This role is aimed to be aligned with the delivery of the Organizations’ key strategic objectives, by assisting through being a support function. The incumbent must have a passion for achievement and delivering tasks, while harnessing the synergies of relevant stakeholders.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Conduct time studies, with an eye for identifying and eliminating waste from process outputs including improving efficiencies.
• Conduct training in “Lean Manufacturing” methodologies e.g., Kaizen, 5S, 5-Why,
• Document improvements for each workflow within the company’s operational scope
• Establish Processes and structures including handing over implemented / improved initiatives.
• Executing operational responsibilities as required by the customer (e.g., Engineering changes, special projects, etc.)
• Maintain flexibility by managing the different projects and ensure their timeous delivery.
• Act proactively by identifying, solving and/or reporting unforeseen challenges that affect customer outputs.
• Oversee the production process ensuring that the production is accurate, on time and cost effective.
• Study and analyse all product production processes from initial assembly preparation to final completion with an aim to optimise efficiencies.
• Assist Engineering / R&D / DFM (Design for Manufacture), with tasks or projects.
• Raise NCRs / ECN as and when required for operational improvements.
• Work with the quality department to ensure First Pass Yield (FPY) is achieved and failures are reduced.

Competences, skills and experience    

• 1-3 years’ experience in Manufacturing Environment.
• B-Tech / BSc in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering
• MS Excel, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint experience.
• Advanced Access, Excel, Visio, MS Project experience, AutoCAD – advantageous.
• Experience in Mining Equipment Manufacturing will be advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license will be advantageous.

The personality qualities needed for this role

• Work closely with the Team Leader and other relevant stakeholders
• Perform any other reasonable duties generated by management not covered in above requirements