Job Opportunities at Unilever

JOB PURPOSE

• This role exists to drive operational excellence within the packing cell by ensuring consistent output, quality, and efficiency through the application of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) methodologies. The Production Engineer leads loss elimination, process optimization, and capability building while supporting innovation and maintaining a safe, high-performance work environment. This role is critical in sustaining line stability, enhancing productivity, and delivering consumer-focused quality through technical leadership and continuous improvement. You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing work that matters — for people and the planet. Because here, we don’t just hire for jobs. We invite you to be part of something bigger.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

 Key Responsibilities:

Output of Pack Plant or Cell Plant:

• Application and accuracy of MMP Code data to ensure loss tree is available for manufacturing​.
• Eliminate waste and Loss according to the WCM prioritization process using AM, PM, FI and QC pillar tools and methodologies.
• Collect and analyse complex data to penetrate problems’ phenomena and understand root causes. ​
• RCA of any process losses and implementation of corrective actions, using the full set of WCM methods and tools to identify root causes, define countermeasures and validate their effectiveness, mastery of AM, PM, Q and FI tools and processes.  ​
• Line balancing and bottle neck evaluation for packing lines​.
• Manning studies based on line balancing on packing lines to ensure bottle neck losses eliminated and increased manning productivity.

Quality of Manufacturing Plant:

• Consumer & Customer Focus:  Ensure elimination of quality losses and implementing corrective actions in order to maintain processes under control​.
• RCA of any quality losses and implementation of corrective actions (QEWO’s).

Capability building:

• Create Technical Standards to ensure line stability​.
• Create SOPs for process to standardize methods of production, train line crews on technical standards, SOPs and build capability for operators to understand corrective actions for quality issues​.
• AM – machine settings to be standardized and documented on SOP instruction.
• Training of competent operators within the cell on AM / PM standards within the cell.

Innovations / change management:

• Technical support for trials for changes such as innovations/renovations/5S etc.
• OEE trending and baselines for implementation of changes on packing lines.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Experience & Qualifications:

Experiences:

• 2 – 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project).
• WCM/ Lean Manufacturing experience preferable.
• High Speed Packaging Machinery experience preferable.

Required Qualification:

• BSC or BTech in Mechanical Engineering.

Preffered Qualification:

• Postgraduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt or higher).
• Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP or PRINCE2).

Skills:

Core Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in WCM tools: AM, PM, FI, QC.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and problem-solving
• Data analysis and loss tree interpretation
• Line balancing and bottleneck analysis
• OEE monitoring and improvement

Quality & Compliance:

• Understanding of quality systems and QEWO process
• Process control and corrective action implementation

Documentation & Standards:

• SOP and technical standard development.
• Machine setting standardization.

Training & Capability Building:

• Operator training on AM/PM standards.
• Coaching and knowledge transfer.

Innovation & Change Support:

• Trial execution and technical support for changes.
• Baseline setting and impact analysis.

Leadership & Soft Skills:

• Team collaboration and communication.
• Performance culture promotion.

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JOB PURPOSE

• This role exists to drive operational excellence within the packing cell by ensuring consistent output, quality, and efficiency through the application of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) methodologies. The Production Engineer leads loss elimination, process optimization, and capability building while supporting innovation and maintaining a safe, high-performance work environment. This role is critical in sustaining line stability, enhancing productivity, and delivering consumer-focused quality through technical leadership and continuous improvement. You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing work that matters — for people and the planet. Because here, we don’t just hire for jobs. We invite you to be part of something bigger.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

 Key Responsibilities:

Output of Pack Plant or Cell Plant:

• Application and accuracy of MMP Code data to ensure loss tree is available for manufacturing​.
• Eliminate waste and Loss according to the WCM prioritization process using AM, PM, FI and QC pillar tools and methodologies.
• Collect and analyse complex data to penetrate problems’ phenomena and understand root causes. ​
• RCA of any process losses and implementation of corrective actions, using the full set of WCM methods and tools to identify root causes, define countermeasures and validate their effectiveness, mastery of AM, PM, Q and FI tools and processes.  ​
• Line balancing and bottle neck evaluation for packing lines​.
• Manning studies based on line balancing on packing lines to ensure bottle neck losses eliminated and increased manning productivity.

Quality of Manufacturing Plant:

• Consumer & Customer Focus:  Ensure elimination of quality losses and implementing corrective actions in order to maintain processes under control​.
• RCA of any quality losses and implementation of corrective actions (QEWO’s).

Capability building:

• Create Technical Standards to ensure line stability​.
• Create SOPs for process to standardize methods of production, train line crews on technical standards, SOPs and build capability for operators to understand corrective actions for quality issues​.
• AM – machine settings to be standardized and documented on SOP instruction.
• Training of competent operators within the cell on AM / PM standards within the cell.

Innovations / change management:

• Technical support for trials for changes such as innovations/renovations/5S etc.
• OEE trending and baselines for implementation of changes on packing lines.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Experience & Qualifications:

Experiences:

• 2 – 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project).
• WCM/ Lean Manufacturing experience preferable.
• High Speed Packaging Machinery experience preferable.

Required Qualification:

• BSC or BTech in Mechanical Engineering.

Preffered Qualification:

• Postgraduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt or higher).
• Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP or PRINCE2).

Skills:

Core Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in WCM tools: AM, PM, FI, QC.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and problem-solving
• Data analysis and loss tree interpretation
• Line balancing and bottleneck analysis
• OEE monitoring and improvement

Quality & Compliance:

• Understanding of quality systems and QEWO process
• Process control and corrective action implementation

Documentation & Standards:

• SOP and technical standard development.
• Machine setting standardization.

Training & Capability Building:

• Operator training on AM/PM standards.
• Coaching and knowledge transfer.

Innovation & Change Support:

• Trial execution and technical support for changes.
• Baseline setting and impact analysis.

Leadership & Soft Skills:

• Team collaboration and communication.
• Performance culture promotion.

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JOB PURPOSE

• Handy Andy is South Africa’s #1 surface cleaning brand, renowned for powerful cleaning in and around the home. The brand is at a pivotal moment, needing to cement its leadership by driving innovation, restoring brand power, and reshaping its portfolio to meet evolving consumer needs and market dynamics.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

• Support Brand Agenda Assist the Senior Brand Manager in executing the Handy Andy brand strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market realities. End-to-End Marketing Execution Deliver comprehensive marketing support across all competencies (ATL, BTL, digital, instore, influencer, PR, etc.). Support the development and execution of activity plans, with a strong focus on digital and social media excellence Data-Driven Insights Analyse market, category, and brand performance data to uncover root issues and opportunities across the 6Ps (Product, Price, Place, Promotion, People, Process, Physical Evidence). Translate insights into actionable plans to address business challenges and unlock growth. Consumer Understanding Build deep understanding of consumer needs and how it extends to the retailer and shopper Turn insights into compelling brand propositions and activation plans. Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with the global team, local manager, and broader brand community to influence and shape brand strategy. Lead and project manage local “20” and “10” innovation and activation projects Cross-Functional Leadership Lead cross-functional teams (Sales, R&D, Supply Chain, Finance, Agencies) to ensure successful execution of launch plans and post-launch evaluation. Sales & Operational Planning Lead Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP) for the brand, ensuring robust demand forecasting and supply alignment. Budget Management Manage the brand budget, ensuring spend is in line with agreements and delivers maximum ROI. Performance Tracking & Continuous Improvement Constantly review brand and initiative performance, identifying opportunities for ongoing improvement and course correction.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED

Experiences & Qualifications

Minimum:

• Relevant Degree or equivalent
• 3+ years of relevant work experience
• Budget management
• Experience in operational execution of TTL plans

Preferred:

• Leading local mix development
• Experience in managing a Brand innovation & renovation
• Localizing and Executing Brand Plans
• Leveraging PR and/or Digital to drive brand plans
• Strong rigor and analytical skills in surfacing issues and opportunities for the

Skills

• Analytical thinking and data literacy
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Digital marketing and social media savvy
• Ability to translate insights into action
• Collaborative, with strong stakeholder management
• Entrepreneurial mindset and bias for action
• Passion for brands, innovation, and consumer-centricity
• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-changing environment

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JOB PURPOSE

• To support the Digital, PR & Social Influence Manager in executing and optimizing Cleanipedia South Africa’s digital brand strategy. This role focuses on enhancing brand visibility, engagement, and performance across social platforms while maintaining consistency with global brand guidelines. In addition to growing and nurturing our online community.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

Digital Content & Campaign Execution

• Assist in planning and executing social marketing campaigns
• Coordinate content creation for Cleanipedia’s social channels, ensuring relevance to South African audiences.
• Collaborate with content creators, copywriters, designers, and agencies to deliver engaging, localized content.

Social Media Management

• Social campaign management and reporting of platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc.) with digital agency.
• Managing our online community called Shine – consistently looking for up and coming content creators, managing and creating briefs from internal brand teams in order to ensure Cleanipedia and homecare brand visibility throughout the year.
• Track performance metrics and suggest improvements based on engagement data.

Analytics & Reporting

• Monitor KPIs such as traffic, engagement, conversion rates, cost per engagement and view through rates.
• Prepare monthly performance reports and insights to inform strategy.
• Use tools like Google Analytics, Meta Business Suite/Tiktok Creative Centre, and Meltwater to identify trends and opportunities.

Brand Consistency & Localization

• Ensure all digital assets align with Cleanipedia’s global brand identity while being culturally relevant to South Africa.
• Work with digital agency to translate global strategy to more localized approach for content execution and campaigns.

Project Coordination

• Assist in managing timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communications for digital projects.
• Liaise with internal teams (e.g., marketing, legal, product) and external partners (e.g., agencies, influencers).

Innovation & Trendspotting

• Stay updated on digital trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activity in the South African market.
• Propose new ideas for content formats, platforms, and engagement strategies.
• Use of tools – Meltwater and Sprinklr use beneficial.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED

Experiences & Qualifications

• Degree in Digital Marketing or related field
• 1–3 years experience in digital marketing or brand management.
• Strong understanding of South African digital landscape, consumer culture and content creators.
• Proficiency in tools like Meltwater, Sprinklrr, Traackr, Tiktok creative centre, Google analytics are beneficial.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.