Job Description

SoluGrowth is looking for a Junior Plant Engineer.The candidate is responsible for designing and delivering on engineering plans and projects for all SSA plants in the region, although the majority of time will be spent in Lanseria, supporting the local plants maintenance teams in implementation/improvement of proper equipment and maintenance when and where needed.KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible to define, plan, order and direct utilities installations
• Performs cost analysis for facility or utilities equipment
• Monitors the production plant infrastructure equipment parameters to ensure operation within accepted, defined specifications including electrical power usage
• Briefs and manages all contractors to either newly install, repair or maintain the above-mentioned infrastructure equipment
• Coordinates all infrastructure project with clear project objectives and a timetable to ensure that all tasks are completed within time and budget
• Assists in design and coordination of plant layout with CAD
• Reviews plant layout design for compliance with local law, engineering principles, company standards, and customer contract requirements
• Updates our internal ERP system (eMIS) in terms of energy and water consumption, costs, and infrastructure
• Participates in designing, updating drawing layouts, managing and or monitoring small to midsize projects regarding the facility and utilities.
• Coordinates and develops facility and infrastructure team/Maintenance team and communicates any impact on planning with related departments
• Assists maintenance on infrastructure or engineering matters and ensures that any project/engineering activities do not impact the quality of our products that is being produced
• Assists local Maintenance, Quality and Production departments on any customer quality concern when needed
• Ensures 5S procedures and activities are followed as per SOPs
• Ensures that safety procedures are being carried out and adhered to
• Supports preparation of maintenance budget
• Assist with setup and negotiation of maintenance contracts and Budgets
• Following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at any point of time

• Min. qualification - Technical Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 5 Years experience in FMCG or related industry.
• At least 3-5 years experience in a similar role in the manufacturing industry
• Project management experience with proven track record
• University degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience will be an added advantage

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