Well established automotive company based in Kariega are seeking a qualified and experience applicant to join their dynamic teamApplications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Temporary Project Engineer position in the Logistics Department – Production (Kariega)Brief Role DescriptionTo plan, design, develop and introduce the provision, modification and maintenance of material handling facilities, transport, packaging, processes and systems for the optimal material flow from source to point of use to support Production, P&A and Localizations and Export projects in achieving their scheduled targets.
To analyze, maintain and control the various Logistics Planning Contracts by liaison with the necessary departments and external contractors in order to reduce costs and improve methods of control on an ongoing basis.Possible Tasks within this RolePlanning and preparing detailed logistics material flow concepts in production and warehouse environments for optimum solutions.Preparing detailed layouts, drawings and job specifications for specialized facilitiesConceiving, designing and procuring logistics facilities, i.e.
stillages, pallets, dunnage, trolleys, racking, general storage facilities and packaging based on analysis and interpretation of requirements for new projects, production requestsDefining detailed project plans for coordinating and monitoringPreparing Enquiry Requests to obtain quotations from suppliersEvaluating adjudicated quotations then negotiating with suppliersPreparing appropriation requests to justify capital expenditurePreparing and issuing purchase requisitions.Arranging for project/facility/service acceptance and hand-over by conducting demonstrations of equipment or facilities (e.g.
through physical trials).Preparation of budget prices to be used for corporate investment programs, cost studies, localization and export projects.Developing and introducing packaging specifications.Drafting and updating Logistics Material Handling Contract specificationsQualification requirementsDegree or National Diploma in fields of either Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Logistics or PurchasingExperience needed3 years' experience with logistics processes within manufacturing environment.At least 18 months' experience in Project ManagementEssentialsSound analytical and problem-solving skills.Self-starter who is able to operate on his/her own requiring minimum supervision and able to operate under pressure.Good planning, organizing and decision-making abilities in order to meet tight deadlines.Able communicator with good written and verbal skills.Proficiency with producing, understanding and interpreting 3D CAD drawings.Full computer literacy in suite of Microsoft packages, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint and Word.
Advanced excel skills requiredAdded AdvantageExperience in automotive manufacturing environmentExperience with SAP systems in Supply Chain ManagementGerman language proficiency Should you wish to apply please email your CV through to Erin Bentz at ****** shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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