Executive Manager: Process Engineering

What We Are Looking For

• Plans and controls technical resources in support of process and product improvement, to ensure cost reduction. • Implements technically innovative strategies and investigation techniques to support manufacturing operations in an efficient and effective manner. • Design and establish new processes which translates user requirements into system / sub-system functions within the company’s business processes. • Leads and participates in the following • Risk assesments • Technical and Quality investigations • Process (raw material to final product) analysis • Technical trouble-shooting and rapid problem-solving. • Assist Product Development Group during product or process development and ensure a smooth industrialization of the equipment. • Evaluation, specification and optimization of present operational systems in terms of effectiveness. • Attend and participate in technical meetings • Compiling and reviewing process related documentation.

People Management and Development

• Establish interfaces between suppliers, operations and clients to provide process specifications as required to fully implement process improvements. • Provides technically innovative mentorship to plant personnel to aid the simplification of process and manages students to develop technical skills needed for plant support.

Financial Management

• Gives input to annual budgets & forecasts. Measures and controls costs and overhead expenditure. Originates capital expenditure proposals • Tracks progress to cost containment initiatives and manages and reports regularly.

Compliance to Legislation and Business Systems

• Ensure designs, projects, modifications and installations adhere to appropriate regulations within OHS Act and Explosive Act. • Adheres and Implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental

What Qualifications You Should Have

• B-Tech / B-Eng. / B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering. • At least 7 Years’ experience in a manufacturing environment of which 3 years should have been in a leadership role • Project Management qualification will be a distinct advantage • Process Safety Management qualification and experience will be a distinct advantage • Broad experience in a development and manufacturing environment (Explosive / Engineering / Technical). • In depth knowledge of SHE/Quality Systems, other computerized project management tools and process improvements techniques. • Fully computer literate and has excellent communication and presentation skills. • Experience with ERP / MES systems. • Advanced systems engineering training. • Good communication, planning and organizing skills • • Self-motivated, independent and tenacious individual who is results driven. • A team player with good interpersonal skills and the capability to interact with people at all levels. • Analytical and a strategic thinker with good judgement. • Proven problem solving abilities on multi-disciplinary projects. • Independent and has adaptability to work under pressure. • A self-starter with a concern for standards and results orientation. • Flexible and has a positive self-image. • Demonstrated financial acumen and understanding of financial statements. • Ability to apply mathematic techniques to the solution of practical problems.

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund • Medical Schemes • Stable employer background • Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division • Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing • Career development and progress opportunities • Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes) • Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options • Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture • Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do • Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events