Job Description

Introduction

VKB Milling (Pty) Ltd is one of four subsidiaries of VKB Agri Processors (Pty) Ltd, the agri-processing division of the VKB Group. The VKB Group is a significant role player in the agricultural industry in South Africa and strives, through best practices, continuous improvement and world-class operations, to add meaningful value to the industry.

VKB Milling (Pty) Ltd operates white maize mills in Mokopane and Louis Trichardt in Limpopo, and Mashishing in Mpumalanga, as well as a wheat mill and bakery in Frankfort in the Free State.

The company offers employees the opportunity to utilise and develop their skills and knowledge in a challenging and rewarding work environment.



An Industrial Engineer is a professional who is responsible for designing production layouts and processes that increase productivity, eliminate wastefulness and reduce costs while maintaining quality standards within an organization.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
• Degree in Industrial engineering
• At least 1 year proven experience in a production environment.
• Knowledge and Experience in Maize Production will be an advantage.
• Advanced Microsoft office (incl. Advanced Excel).
• Valid driver's license / own reliable transport.
• Knowledge of 20 Keys will be an advantage

Duties and responsibilities

• Design efficient production processes to eliminate waste and make the most of every resource involved in manufacturing.

• Compile and manage allocated project within the data and project department.

• Compile and distribute key stats to the management team.

• Ensure each project is completed within the allocated budget and timeline.

• Identifying possible projects in the processing environment.

• Identifying production needs on a continues basis to ensure effectivity of production.

• The effective management of projects within the approved project timeframe and budget at VKB Milling Mokopane.

• Determine the feasibility of projects.

• Operational impact study and presentation of new product range to VKB Milling management team.

• Ergonomically study of each department.

• Compile project plan (Grant chart) per project, during planning phase and after implementation.

• Compile the 1-5 Year Capex Plan.

• Head special projects in the plant.

• Conduct conditional scoring of plant complete.

• Coordinate all contractors assigned to capital projects.

• Continuous liaison with internal departments, management, suppliers and committees with regards to production standards and quality aspects within the processing plant.

• Coordinate all role players in the introduction of a new product.

• Responsible for driving the Continuous Improvement Program (20 Keys), providing the necessary expert support and coordination in terms of:

• Implementation of the program for all keys in conjunction with the key leaders.

• Overall plan and goals in conjunction with the key leaders.

• Following up on progress on action plans and goal achievement matrices and providing the necessary guidance.

• Assisting key leaders with corrective actions on action plans where applicable.

• To successfully complete all allocated training interventions by direct manager.

• To mentor and coach all relevant staff to ensure standards, processes and practices.

• To keep abreast all relevant legislation and amendments on relevant legislation, technology, products, processes and techniques by attending workshops, seminars, reading articles and receiving training as well as informing relevant personnel.

• Any other duties as may be required by management.

Skills Required

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Logical thinker
• Solutions-driven
• Technical-minded
• People Management skills
• Good communication skills
• Good reporting skills
• Good planning skills
• Strong administration skills
• Team player
• Ability to work under pressure

OTHER INFORMATION

• The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
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• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities
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