Production Systems Engineer

Production Systems Engineer - Industrial Engineering & Production Systems Department Kariega - Port Elizabeth Job Description:

• Coordinating the implementation of all company production system methods in the Plant.
• Moderating of 3P new model introduction, efficiency improvements, value-stream, and problem-solving

workshops. - Supporting digitalisation activities in the plant in key areas such as safety, quality, volume, people, efficiency, and cost. - Introducing, chairing, and maintaining forums to ensure the sustainable control of production standards within the Plant. - Representing the company at various forums within the brand and contributing to the strategic planning and decision-making processes globally. - Supporting Production Management with coaching when implementing the company's production systems methods. - Developing and introducing a production management and staff development plan, and ensuring all company production system methods are included.

• Introduce new and improved productivity and quality methods into production and non-production areas.
• Be an ambassador of standardized work and consistently promote a deeper understanding of the 40 MBS’s

plant-wide. Requirements: - National Diploma in Industrial Engineering / Diploma Production Management / Diploma Operations Management, or a similar technical field.

• Must have at least 3-5 years’ relevant experience in a production environment.
• Must have 2 to 3 years’ experience as a lead moderator.
• Must have 2 to 3 years’ experience in leading a cross-divisional team in a workshop environment.
• A sound knowledge and deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and Shop -

Floor Management cascade methodology. - Knowledge and understanding of Industrial Engineering techniques, i.e., work measurement and method studies.

• Strong planning, organizing, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Basic engineering design knowledge.
• Intermediate level computer literacy required: Excel, PowerPoint, and PowerBi.
• Experience in Project and administration management.
• Knowledge of production, logistics, and quality processes within an automotive/manufacturing environment.