Process Improvement Engineer

Company:

Our client is an Australian owned market leader in reinforced concrete storm water systems with manufacturing facilities nationwide. A pioneer in the use of vertical steel reinforced pipe manufacture as well as being the only manufacturer in the world of autoclaved fibre reinforced concrete pipes and accessories. The business continues to innovate in order to grow market share in new territories through the development of new and exciting differentiated products and technologies, whilst minimising environmental impact and usage of power. An evolving business that looks to recruit only the best talent in order to further strengthen the positive, progressive and pioneering culture that the company is founded on.

About the Role:

We are seeking a talented Chemical and/or Process Engineer for a newly created role of 'Process Improvement Engineer' based at the facility in Brisbane (Pinkenba). This is an exceptionally unique and exciting opportunity for a passionate, ambitious, and driven individual to own, implement and drive process improvement throughout the manufacturing facility. Initially learning, understanding, and capturing the current fibre cement process, you will then identify and remove process constraints to maximise operational output. Through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders you will conduct production scale trials to improve plant performance with a focus on quality improvement and plant OEE.

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

• Define and capture the critical process contract points.
• Clearly identify impact of process variability on product performance on both machine and final product testing
• Develop and implement solutions to remove process variability and optimise equipment efficiencies.
• Ability to capture and document current processes and knowledge
• Identify laboratory resource requirements.
• Produce technical reports and recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Remove equipment and operational constraints to improve plant OEE.
• Commission new equipment for process improvement when applicable.

Position Description is available upon request.

The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechatronics, Mechanical or Process preferred).
• Minimum two to four years' experience in precast concrete (desirable).
• Ability to effectively drive change in a manufacturing environment
• A team player with a helpful and positive attitude.
• A can-do, hands-on approach, able to work well under pressure and priorities workload to meet business needs.
• Work in an efficient and safe manner.
• Ability to identify problems, and initiate corrective and preventative actions.
• Good time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail with good computer skills.
• Maturity to work with autonomy and use initiative whilst organising your own workload and ensuring deadlines are met.
• LEAN Six Sigma experience with a record of success in process improvement is desirable.

What we offer?

• A supportive, positive teamwork culture
• Rewarding salary
• Ongoing training and development
• Future career opportunities as our national business continues to grow
• Be part of an organisation focused on innovation and support

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

To apply for this exciting opportunity please click APPLY NOW or for a confidential chat you can call Melissa on 0424-014-345