Senior Electroplating Process Engineer, Durban

An exciting opportunity is available with our client in the Pinetown area for a Senior Electroplating Process Engineer, to manage the Quality and Quantity of plated parts per plant according to stock level and customer requirements.

• Manage associates reporting to the Plating Process Engineer.
• Ensure records of equipment daily readiness results are tracked and stored securely.
• Ensure records of daily additions are recorded and stored securely
• Ensure housekeeping of high standard in the lab, plant, stores.
• Always wear PPE and ensure safety first.

• Ensure Plating Plants daily performance is above min requirement of 85%
• Ensure Plating Plants daily 1st Time Buy-off is above min requirement of 95%
• Compile stock reports and circulate daily .
• Review and update PCD's (FMEA, CP, PFC ) together with the team if and when required
• Oversee and contribute to process related corrective actions and G8D's/ FTR's
• Develop programs and coordinate trials for new projects until production readiness
• Engage in Kaizen Activities and establish Capex-requirements
• Keep all records up to date, update graphs.
• Maintain good housekeeping in all areas, consistently.
• Adhere to safety rules and regulations, ensure you wear the required PPE.
• Engage in Kaizen Activities and establish Capex-requirements

• Daily production plans and ensure actual loading is in line with planned loading
• Part availability for timeous shipment to customers including correct booking of parts against actual WO's
• Availability of Raw stock/ Chemicals & Auxiliaries in line with production planning, report shortages
• Compilation of Quality reports (daily, weekly, monthly) and circulate
• Oversee upkeep of equipment required for plating and inspection
• Sufficient manpower planning (incl Overtime sheets) for weekly tank maintenance
• Thickness and step testing is done daily as required, immediately reporting out of control situations
• Develop and maintain a plating jig program, ensuring availability of sufficient number of jigs
• Strict adherence to approved Budget
• Maintain good housekeeping (4S) in all areas, consistently.
• Perform any reasonable task as required by the manager

• Bsc Degree in chemical engineering
• Chemical/analytical diploma, experience, including chemical maintenance of electrolytes.
• Minimum Experience: 3-5 Years in the chemical analytical industry.