Junior Engineer

SUMMARY:
Our client based in Cape Town, specializes in the manufacture of Packaging  - mould and rigid

POSITION INFO:
Job Role: Junior Engineer

Purpose of the Role:
Responsible for providing technical support to production and supporting engineering projects and processes to ensure the
manufacturing  of quality products.

Location:  Western Cape - Cape Town

Industry : Plastic Packaging

Qualification:
Grade 12
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Technical field
Experience : 2 - 5 years 

Competencies:
Knowledge

• Sound understanding of drawings.
• Fundamentals of fault finding and equipment testing
• Sound knowledge on H & S and safe working procedures
• Technical knowledge of process, inclusive of equipment, raw materials, moulds, downstream equipment , run in department 
• Relevant quality system and certification as required.

• Administration
• Problem solving
• Installation of parts & related equipment
• Fault finding and problem solving
• Good communication
• Ability to act decisively and urgently
• High level of emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Project management
• Software proficiency
• Attention to detail

• Industrialise and maintain product processes to ensure effective and goal driven start ups and process sustainability for the setting and processing team.
• Gather data and perform basic analysis to support production processes and engineering projects. Identify trends, issues, or areas for improvement.
• Ensure machine reliability as per requirements of 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 the  line with company policies, production objectives and OHS Act.
• Ensure company assets to your care and for your use are maintained and are in good working condition.
• Train electrical setting and processing teams as required on best practice re use  of tools and processes to be used in daily work as appropriate.
• Assist in the implementation of new systems or software to enhance productivity.
• Maintain detailed records of work processes, changes and outcomes.

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

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

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

• Apply the sites food safety principles and standards
• Report any foods safety hazards or issues to your Supervisor
• Comply to and maintain all GMP;s ( Good Manufacturing Practices) in relation to the Company's FSMS (Food Safety Management System)

• Realistic assessment of own strengths and development areas and undertake actions to address weakness
• Keep abreast of innovation and technical improvements for
• further self-development and the development of the company.
• Teamwork and co-operation
• Self-Management
• Leadership and interpersonal relationship
• Product and service quality