Job Description

Reference No. CV165
Reference Number: CV165
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Our client, a leading manufacturer in the crushing and screening equipment sector, is seeking an experienced Operations Engineer to join their team in Gauteng. The primary purpose of this role is to support technical operations through manufacturing design, process optimization, and quality assurance. This role ensures adherence to ISO standards, enhances production efficiency, and supports legacy product maintenance, while driving continuous improvement and project execution.
Responsibilities:

• Assist with all technical enquiries as required, providing expert advice and solutions.

• Generate manufacturing designs to ISO standards using 3D software to enforce precise and efficient production.

• Drive accurate generation and validation of Packing Lists and Shipping layouts to optimize logistics and reduce errors.

• Support the Quality Department and Works Manager by making technical decisions and implementing systems to guarantee the delivery of quality products.

• Assist with Product Data sheet enquiries, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information.

• Aid the production team with repair procedures to maintain operational efficiency.

• Investigate and resolve NCR and OFIs, implementing corrective actions and updating legacy product documentation accordingly.

• Manage operational improvement projects to optimize process and efficiency.

• Review and check engineering drawings for quality and accuracy, assisting fellow engineers in ensuring high-quality outputs.

• Lead and support Continuous Improvement initiatives, 5S implementation, and Lean manufacturing strategies to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

• Provide technical and manufacturing support for legacy products as requested by the Sales department, ensuring compatibility with current standards and production capabilities.

• Create manufacturing drawings and models for machine sizes that do not currently exist, meeting product requirements.

• Provide manufacturing drawings and models for legacy machines, ensuring they meet current standards and specifications.

• Assist with models and drawings of the designs of Jigs and Fixtures as required.

• Provide final Bill of Materials (BOM) to the Master Data Administrator for MRP system updates, ensuring accurate product data management.

• Ensure compliance with QMS standards.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Education: Tertiary Mechanical Engineering qualification (B.Eng, B.Tech, or B.Sc).

• Experience: 10 years' practical Manufacturing Engineering experience in the same or similar role.

• Extensive knowledge of Quality Management Systems.

• At least 10 years' experience in the design, manufacturing, or maintenance of crushing and screening equipment.

• 8-10 years' experience in SolidWorks design, 3D modeling, and technical drawings for manufacturing.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D software package.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics experience advantageous).

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Competitive remuneration package with benefits

• Permanent employment

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Christo van der Ham
Managing Recruitment Consultant
CA Mining
CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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