It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! The Process Optimisation Engineer drives continuous improvement across manufacturing operations, focusing on efficiency, cost reduction, quality, sustainability and process capability. The role reports to the Plant Manager, with a dotted line to the CoE Process Engineer. What You Will Do Perform data analysis and root-cause analysis. Identify and implement process improvements to resolve operational issues. Optimise production processes to eliminate losses and improve quality, capacity, throughput and conversion costs. Conduct process capability studies to determine the optimal allocation of products across production lines. Provide process capability information to the production planning team. Develop and review energy and material balances. Become a subject-matter expert in the manufacturing technology used within the category. Work with technology, maintenance and manufacturing teams to resolve product quality, process capability and efficiency challenges. Evaluate manufacturing processes by conducting research and applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling and materials. Consult equipment vendors and obtain input from operators. Work with R&D, Projects and Quality teams to design new systems and processes for new products and improve existing processes. Assist with the design, execution and reporting of trials for new product development. Serve as the process custodian and evaluate new innovations as they are deployed. Evaluate the impact of projects on existing processes. Develop and implement changes to operating, safety and quality procedures. Facilitate process risk assessments, including HAZOP studies. Develop processing and technical procedures for plant processes. Lead the PMC pillar and provide governance for the MECP Focused Improvement Pillar. Participate in weekly process-community engagements with other sites to accelerate plant improvements. Develop and drive water- and energy-reduction initiatives within the manufacturing unit. WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE Key foundational competencies Academic – Analytical skill, Problem solving, Project management, Risk management, Decision making, Leadership – Owning it, Taking the Tiger perspective, managing change, driving long-term results, Thinking Innovation, Staying a Step-Ahead Personal Effectiveness – Effective communication, Interpersonal skills, continuous learning Experience Function – 2 to 3 years' experience in Engineering, Food Technology. Technical proficiency across lifecycle in study, design, installation, commissioning and operation. Tertiary qualification in Engineering (Industrial/Chemical/Mechanical), Food Technology and Food Science. Process Engineering, Supply Chain collaboration, new product development Industry – FMCG experience in preferred WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON Process capability Matrix Quality Metric Total savings delivered Waste savings reduction delivered Number of improvement project initiated and completed In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Tiger Brands is proudly Africa’s largest listed manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow. Being a food company means we’re an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that’s why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together. We aim to Ignite Your Career, Grow our brands and our business. If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play. Explore the vacancies we currently have available @TigerBrands.

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