Process Engineer (Paint Shop) Full Time Job

Process Engineer position available in Kariega / Port Elizabeth.

Requirements:

• National Diploma / Degree / Bsc in Chemistry (Analytical Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering) or related
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in a paint manufacturing or automotive paint plant.
  Essential:
• Problem solving / trouble shooting ability
• Ability to work under pressure without supervision and be a team player
• Positive mind-set and be self-motivated
• Proven analytical and innovative approach to problem-solving
• Ability to co-ordinate people
• Sound communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels
• Computer literate
• Preferred:
  • Basic paint testing and paint performance measurement
  • Sound technical paint knowledge and experience
  • Experience in surface application optimization

Key Performance Areas:

• Co-ordinate batch submissions (approve / reject paint materials to control materials coming into paint mix for production)
• Problem solving on-line – support production for any paint related problems to ensure continuous flow of production
• Co-ordinate material line trials (e.g. alternate suppliers, improved material formulations)
• Liaise with purchasing for relevant documentation to initiate a change on the SAP system
• Raise documentation to make specific materials stock items where necessary to avoid raising divisional orders or purchase requisitions
• Monitor and measure (when necessary) colour, structure, film build and gloss results
• Assist in laboratory when necessary
• Ensure that deadlines are kept and information is well documented in reports
• Evaluate material usages, identify excess usage or waste and recommend corrective action
• Support and assist suppliers in the identification of the root cause of quality and process problem
• Co-ordinate the application and control of the VDA6.1 / ISO 18001 / ISO 9002 Quality Management systems in Process Department