Production Engineer

Job Summary :

The incumbent will be responsible to monitor and develop efficient production processes for the manufacturing function of the South African Bank Note Company (SABN) and eliminate waste where necessary by utilizing continuous improvement techniques / projects.

Main Responsibilities (not limited to) :

• Develop operational strategies to achieve production and financial objectives, assist in budget preparation, and monitor expenses, profitability, and losses.
• Improve shop floor productivity, engagement and quality by implementing the Green Area Concept, and develop best practices to improve production capacity, quality and reliability.
• Process technical knowledge and supply cooperative, proactive, and solutions focused project input within manufacturing.
• Evaluate current production activities, identify problems, analyse root causes, derive resolutions and recommend improvements.
• Lead and manage continuous improvement projects and develop process improvements to effectively utilise equipment and materials to maximise production.
• Develop operating instructions and equipment specifications for manufacturing activities.
• Train, coach, and mentor team members to accomplish production goals.
• Liaise with the Research and Development Department and other external organisations and suppliers to ensure company is at the forefront of groundbreaking research and technologies.
• Ensure compliance to relevant legislation, company policies and procedures, and the risk management plan.

The Preferred Candidate is likely to have :

Knowledge and Skills :

Internal applicants should apply on the SABN careers portal on the intranet by uploading detailed CV’s and copies of qualifications. External applicants should apply on Careers24 website by uploading detailed CV’s, ID copy, copies of qualifications and recent pay slip. No applications will be considered if the supporting documents are not submitted.

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SABN is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of SABN and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under represented designated groups. No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements. Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted applicants only.

Should you not hear from us within 10 working days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. SABN reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Prospective applicants must be willing to undergo a series of assessments and security clearance process as prescribed by the National Key Point Act.

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