Sandvik is a global industrial group with advanced products and world-leading positions in selected areas - tools for metal cutting, machinery and tools for rock excavation, stainless materials, special alloys, metallic and ceramic resistance materials as well as process systems.
Specialties
Tools for metal cutting, machinery and tools for rock excavation, ...
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To analyse, and improve maintain the organizational performance for Workshops and Technical Service systems and processes by implementing and maintaining efficient working protocols such as lean manufacturing, 5S, Kan Ban etc.
Key Performance Areas:
Develop and optimize SOPs and technical problem-solving methods to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve safety, quality, and productivity in workshops and technical services.
Plan and lead Kaizen and lean manufacturing events aimed at process improvement.
Facilitate events with measurable goals, consistently achieving or exceeding performance targets.
Ensure compliance with Sandvik Quality and Service Standards throughout implementation phases.
Drive a continuous improvement culture across Sandvik’s Southern Africa workshops using Lean and operational excellence tools to optimize repair processes.
Lead improvement projects and coach employees on adopting new ways of thinking and working.
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and sustainability of process changes.
Implement Operational Excellence by conducting root cause analyses and adapting processes, suppliers, or training to address failures.
Improve operational efficiency through process enhancements focused on cost, productivity, safety, and quality.
Develop and document SOPs for service operations.
Stay updated on technologies and standards to maintain international quality benchmarks.
Report on lean events, capturing lessons learned and key impacts.
Provide regular project updates in bi-weekly feedback sessions.
Your Profile:
B Degree in Industrial Engineering (NQF Level 7)
Advantageous
Trade Certificate in Millwright/Fitting/Electrical/Diesel Mechanic
Lean or Six Sigma qualification
3 to 5 years’ experience in industrial engineering within a Mining or Manufacturing environment
Understanding of customer service and mining industry.
Good understanding of relevant legislation and/or standards e.g., Occupational Health and Safety Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, ISO 9001 etc.
Technical and failure report writing skills
Experience in conducting Root Cause Failure Analysis
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