Production Engineer

Production Engineer

Minimum Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) with BTech / BSc in Chemical Engineering

Minimum Experience

• 3 - 5 Years in a Chemical / Manufacturing Environment (Polymer)

Main Responsibilities

• Understand the process technologies, equipment, and control technologies. Work in the plant to optimise operations and achieve production, cost, and quality targets.

• Coach plant personnel in solving technical operational problems; support or manage process-based fault analyses.

• Introduce best practices into plant operations to optimise performance and ensure that the Most Effective Technology (MET) is applied.

• Collaborate with other Production Engineers within the business to enhance plant knowledge and performance.

• Support Improvement Teams and work with Expertise Centres to solve problems (e.g., collaborate with Reliability Engineers on reliability issues).

• Work with Production Data Analysts to identify permanent process changes and update standards for the Diamond System.

• Record improvement suggestions using flexi log and SAP.

• Apply SPC Technology and Process Control to maximise Asset Utilisation and produce low-cost, high-value products.

• Update operating instructions in line with areas of specialisation, in coordination with Operations.

• Apply MET and Asset Utilisation Principles consistently.

Minimum Critical Requirements

• In-depth knowledge and experience in Polymers or Petrochemicals.

• Expertise in operational discipline.

• Strong accountability and responsibility for performance and processes.

• Innovative, process-driven, and proficient in systems thinking.

• Results-driven with excellent execution management.

• Effective communication skills.

• Technical proficiency in all safety-related areas.

• Agile, growth-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving ability.

• Ability to identify, analyse, and solve complex production, equipment, and process issues.