Roles at Saint-Gobain

WHY DO WE NEED YOU ?

• Execute duties in accordance with the plant Safety, Health, Environmental, Risk & Quality Management Scheme (SHERQ)
• To report to the Senior Process Engineer on a daily basis with respect to Quality Control and Process issues.
• Develop High Standard Visual Critical Control Process Boards which are easy for all to understand using Statistical Process Control, or other suitable tools. Particular emphasis being placed on Step Zero specification and conformity in order to achieve CpK target of > 1.33 (Engineer to aspire on the day to day activities to achieve).
• All critical process control points to be defined and any issues outside process be clearly analyzed down to the root cause with effective corrective and preventative measure instituted.
• Project Management to support process optimization and new product developments
• Ensure all product specifications are up to date with latest process improvements and that Workshop Quality boards are audited to ensure Compliance

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU ?

• You will need to have a min of a Bachelor of Science/Engineering in Chemical Engineering with Honours from a suitably accredited university.
• After your graduate experience you need to have minimum of 3 to 5 years working experience within a 24hour manufacturing environment in a Process Improvement/Optimization or Quality.
• Lean methodology knowledge is an added advantage. Working in a fast-paced environment is crucial for this role.

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WHY DO WE NEED YOU ?

• Managing the physical assets under his/her control with regards to running order, preservation and increasing plant efficiency. To supervise and plan running of daily tasks of the plant mechanical section.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU ?

• BEng Mechanical
• Lean / WCM / TPM Qualification
• Management / Leadership qualification and advantage
• 3 -5 years experience in an manufacturing environment
• SAP ERP
• PM & EEM experience an advantage
• PM Step 0: Prioritization of equipment, CMMS, Lubrication systems, Spare Parts Management, Asset Management, Breakdown Systems, Monitoring of KPI’s
• Project Management
• ISO9000/14000/18000 systems knowledge
• Task Based and location based Risk assessments
• Safety Auditing & LOTO procedures
• Legal Liability Training for appointments out of the Act.
• Contractor Management experience

TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN

• Ensure smooth and efficient maintenance operation of Brakpan factory.
• Ensure good maintenance standards to minimise down time and cost.
• Recommend maintenance schedules for all equipment in the section and ensure that these schedules are maintained.
• To inspect all sections of the plant frequently and to assess demands that will be made on the Engineering department, to action plans accordingly.
• To do fault finding on machines, and to improve plant efficiency by optimising the available equipment.
• To identify improvements in the process that could be made by modifying or replacement of plant and to bring such information to the attention of management.
• Generate reports from SAP PM for analysis as required by management.
• To identify and conduct such training on mechanical systems, standards and best practice.
• Maintain a high standard of discipline and adherence to company procedures and required safety standards.
• Ensure that both he/she obeys safety regulations and observe safety precautions as laid down in the Machinery and Occupational Safety Act
• Lead project teams to ensure World Class Manufacturing (WCM) projects are completed timeously.
• Prepare CAPEX applications for improvement projects.
• Ensure a clean and organised work environment in line with 5S.
• Ensuring contractor compliance to all SGCP standards and procedures.
• To inform plant management of all situations or conditions that could result in downtime and to take all such remedial action as is necessary to minimise downtime as a result thereof.
• Negotiate, in the company’s interests, with suppliers of equipment and services. Ensuring that proper specifications are given to such suppliers, and that work done by such is of the required standard.
• Perform other tasks as specified by the Engineering Manager.
• Reporting of Safety and Environmental Incidents (TF 1-5, EVE) as required

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WHY DO WE NEED YOU ?

• Achieve sales targets through strategic management of regional and personal sales goals, emphasizing contractor market engagement and comprehensive customer relationship management.
• Develop and nurture customer relationships, both new and existing, while maintaining control over personal trade spending in the assigned region.
• Offer technical guidance and demonstrate the value of Technical Finishes products, focusing on their benefits and applications in the market.
• Ensure effective internal and external communication of the company's value propositions, training customers in product usage and value-added features.
• Build lasting relationships to secure market advantage, meet key performance indicators, and sustain target closure rates; also, manage debt effectively within the assigned area.
• Continuously identify and capitalize on new market opportunities by leveraging industry knowledge, supply chain insights, and a deep understanding of customer needs.
• Comply with company reporting standards and ethical codes, maintain confidentiality, and manage product performance issues according to company guidelines.
• Regularly update the CRM with key data, meet established sales targets, provide accurate sales forecasts, and participate in necessary internal and external meetings.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU ?

• The ideal candidate must have least four years of industry-specific sales experience, where having a Diploma in Chemical/Civil Engineering or a similar qualification is beneficial but not mandatory.
• This role calls for a person with outstanding problem-solving skills, excellent judgment, and unwavering integrity.
• The candidate should be an extroverted team player, proficient in both language and computer use, with exceptional interpersonal and public speaking skills.
• These qualities are essential for effectively communicating with diverse personalities, managing digital sales tools, and articulating product value, all of which are crucial for achieving sales targets and aligning with the company's strategic goals.