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A top-tier FMCG manufacturer in Gauteng is after a seasoned Manufacturing Engineer to lead site engineering and utilities operations. They need someone with 5 years + of solid experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably within the beverage, food or consumer goods industry. The role centers on keeping plant equipment running reliably, reducing downtime, and driving proactive maintenance and improvement strategies. A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Mechatronic Engineering is required, and a GCC (Factories) is essential for South African candidates. Hands-on knowledge of systems like boilers, HVAC, compressed air, CO₂, and water treatment is a must, along with strong CMMS skills and project coordination ability. If you’ve got the qualifications, experience and drive to improve reliability and performance, this could be your next move.
Manufacturing Engineer
Recruiter:
Paton Personnel
Job Ref:
Lerato and Naomi
Date posted:
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa
Salary:
Market-Related
SUMMARY:
Manufacturing Engineer - Gauteng
POSITION INFO:
A top-tier FMCG manufacturer in Gauteng is after a seasoned Manufacturing Engineer to lead site engineering and utilities operations. They need someone with 5 years + of solid experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably within the beverage, food or consumer goods industry. The role centers on keeping plant equipment running reliably, reducing downtime, and driving proactive maintenance and improvement strategies. A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Mechatronic Engineering is required, and a GCC (Factories) is essential for South African candidates. Hands-on knowledge of systems like boilers, HVAC, compressed air, CO₂, and water treatment is a must, along with strong CMMS skills and project coordination ability. If you’ve got the qualifications, experience and drive to improve reliability and performance, this could be your next move.
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- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Engineering and Information Technology
- Industries Advertising Services
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Manufacturing Engineer – St. George, UT
Innovation without Limitation | MMT, Inc.
Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? At MMT, we design and build precision solutions that drive the future of medical technology. We’re looking for a Manufacturing Engineer II to join our team in St. George, Utah, where you’ll play a critical role in shaping the future of our operations and supporting our continued growth.
What You’ll Do- Lead manufacturing process design, development, and optimization at our St. George facility.
- Support the relocation and integration of new technology and business into the St. George site, including floor plan layout, utilities planning, and workspace setup.
- Learn and apply laser optics manufacturing and calibration processes while creating standard instructions for assembly and calibration.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and safety across machine shop, cleanroom, and production areas.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in machine shop, purchasing, operations, and engineering.
- Support the company’s broader automation and engineering strategy, including cath tip initiatives.
- Develop documentation, training materials, and participate in 30/60/90 onboarding plans for seamless integration of new technologies.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferred) OR
- High School Diploma + 8 years of relevant experience considered.
- Technical certifications (automation, machine design, Six Sigma) are a plus.
Experience:
- 3–5 years in manufacturing engineering or related fields.
- Background in medical device, aerospace, or precision manufacturing strongly preferred.
Skills:
- Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and validation experience (IQ/OQ/PQ).
- Six Sigma Green Belt strongly preferred (Black Belt a plus).
- Strong problem-solving, documentation, and analytical skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities for cross-disciplinary teamwork.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ERP/MRP systems (Microsoft Dynamics GP a plus).
- Knowledge of ISO9001/13485 Quality Systems.
Be part of a fast-growing, innovative company driving advancements in medical technology. Work in a dynamic environment where your ideas and solutions have real impact. Collaborate with passionate engineers and technical experts across multiple disciplines. Enjoy a supportive, people-first culture built on MMT’s values: Do the Right Thing, Put People First, Innovate, and Deliver Excellence.
LocationSt. George, Utah – a growing hub for medical manufacturing with a high quality of life and scenic surroundings.
How to ApplyReady to make an impact? Apply today and bring your expertise to MMT – where innovation meets purpose.
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Manufacturing Engineer (Onsite): In this role, the candidate will design and develop manufacturing processes for products, taking into consideration problems inherent in aftermarket production. The design and development may include existing or revised processes. The candidate will also develop procedures for economical production, repair, and overhaul in cooperation with the MRO plant and production departments. The candidate will conduct tests and measurements throughout stages of production to determine control over applicable variables, and will service, troubleshoot, and solve production process problems with processes or equipment already in operation. The responsibility includes troubleshooting and maintenance of testing equipment (electrical, hydraulic, electronic controls, and software). CAD modeling experience is preferred.
- Define optimum LRU configuration
- Define optimum work scope and build standard for existing products
- Review failure data, cost, and parts usage across the repair site
- Make decisions and recommendations based on data review
- Provide in-house advocacy for newly developed parts, repairs, and processes approval by Service Engineering and Collins Miramar Management
- Analyze removal causes and develop corrective actions
- Optimize on-wing life for LRU by review of CMM and SAP data
- Review shop visit data and provide recommendations to optimize the shop visit rate for LRU
- Work with Service Engineering to develop new product workscopes based on data
- Collaborate with Service Engineering, Program Engineering, Repair Engineering, FlightSense Technical Advisors, and Miramar Repair shop to optimize product reliability, maximize economical parts usage, and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction
- Provide status to Management and Miramar Site Teams of top cost reduction initiatives in process
- Maintain proficiency in assigned SAP products
- Review shop and testing practices
- Issue repair shop troubleshooting recommendations
- Review receiving inspection and provide test verification recommendations
- Provide recommendations for parts scrap, reuse, replacement, rework, and repair determination
- Review component repair work
- Perform failure and test reject analysis
- Develop and review parts rework and repair procedures
- Track, review, and analyze unit reliability
- Provide shop training as required; provide initial and recurrent shop technical and process flow training as required
- Provide quality, product, and reliability improvement recommendations to the Engineering Manager
- Optimize shop parts usage versus component reliability to meet Miramar repair site goals
- Coordinate overall product line (Miramar repair shop) issues as required
- Participate as a member of the implementation team for new product or customer programs
- Perform and maintain an active role in financial analysis of programs and implementation of corrective actions to achieve established program financial goals
- Develop and maintain proficiency in the computer software required to perform job functions
- Provide technical support to the Quality department and to the Quality Manager regarding compliance issues
- Provide technical support to the EH&S department regarding environment, health, and safety issues
- CAD modelling experience is preferred
- Experience designing and developing manufacturing processes for products; ability to work with MRO, production, and repair departments
- Strong data analysis skills with ability to review failure data, costs, and parts usage
- Experience troubleshooting and maintaining testing equipment (electrical, hydraulic, electronic controls, and software)
- CAD modelling experience preferred
- Ability to work in a team environment with cross-functional groups
- Proficiency with SAP or similar enterprise systems is desirable
HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.
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Lead manufacturing processes
Manage projects
Adhere to safety standards
Manage projects budget
Research and development
Collaborate with all departments
Skills & Experience:
Minimum 10 years of experience in the Mining industry or manufacturing industry
GCC is highly advantageous
Screening and crushing equipment experience essential
Firm and assertive
Qualification:
BSc/ BEng/ BTech or NDip in Mechanical Engineering
Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.
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To bridge the gap between product design and scalable manufacturing. Play a pivotal part in transforming new product designs into efficient, high-quality production systems. Ensure manufacturability, improve production processes, and collaborate cross-functionally to bring innovative products to life at scale.
Required outputs: functional
- Partner with R&D and design teams to ensure product designs are optimized for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and efficient assembly.
- Lead the industrialization of new products, from prototyping through to production readiness and release.
- Develop and implement manufacturing processes, technologies, and define production equipment requirements.
- Verify and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) in SAP against Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs).
- Perform time studies, process validations to set world-class manufacturing standards.
- Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements using lean manufacturing tools and ensure competitive product costing; improved efficiencies, including determining the EOQs (Economic Order Quantities)
- Facilitate the development of assembly instructions, testing procedures, process flows, PFMEAs, and control plans in conjunction with relevant stakeholders.
- Oversee the industrialization of test equipment and collaborate on test system design and validation.
Support root cause analysis and problem-solving activities (e.g., 8D, A3) to improve quality and reduce waste.
Manufacturing Engineer
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To bridge the gap between product design and scalable manufacturing. Play a pivotal part in transforming new product designs into efficient, high-quality production systems. Ensure manufacturability, improve production processes, and collaborate cross-functionally to bring innovative products to life at scale.
Required outputs: functional
- Partner with R&D and design teams to ensure product designs are optimized for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and efficient assembly.
- Lead the industrialization of new products, from prototyping through to production readiness and release.
- Develop and implement manufacturing processes, technologies, and define production equipment requirements.
- Verify and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) in SAP against Manufacturing Data Packages (MDPs).
- Perform time studies, process validations to set world-class manufacturing standards.
- Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements using lean manufacturing tools and ensure competitive product costing; improved efficiencies, including determining the EOQs (Economic Order Quantities)
- Facilitate the development of assembly instructions, testing procedures, process flows, PFMEAs, and control plans in conjunction with relevant stakeholders.
- Oversee the industrialization of test equipment and collaborate on test system design and validation.
Support root cause analysis and problem-solving activities (e.g., 8D, A3) to improve quality and reduce waste.
Qualifications & Experience- Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or a related field).
- 3–5 years of experience in a similar role, ideally in manufacturing transfer or new product introduction (NPI) environments.
- Proven experience with process validation techniques, such as PPAP and PFMEA.
- Hands-on experience with quality and lean tools (PFMEA, SPC, 8D, A3, Kaizen).
- Experience working in cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing principles, materials, and process technologies
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