Position: Production Engineer
Salary: $80,000 - $120,000 per annum plus superannuation
Hours: 38 hours per week
Mode: Full-time
Location: St Marys, NSW
Experience required: Relevant qualifications and at least 1 year of relevant experience
Oriem is a fast‑growing company in the concrete steel reinforcement industry supplying to builders / developers and concreters.
We are seeking a competent Production Engineer with a minimum of 1 year experience to maintain and develop these tasks and to provide a greater level of service to our client base.
Responsibilities
* Design, implement, and improve production processes.
* Analyse workflow, production methods, and layouts to enhance efficiency.
* Implement lean manufacturing.
* Collaborate with planning teams to ensure timely production.
* Allocate resources (manpower, machines, materials) efficiently.
* Ensure adherence to production schedules and adjust plans as needed.
* Oversee maintenance of machinery and production equipment.
* Investigate equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
* Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
* Ensure that products meet quality standards and specifications.
* Work with quality control (QC) teams to identify defects and resolve issues.
* Analyse production costs and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
* Monitor usage of raw materials, utilities, and Labor.
* Work with procurement and finance teams to control expenses.
* Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.
* Conduct risk assessments and safety audits.
* Train staff on safe operating procedures and emergency protocols.
* Collect and analyse production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
* Generate regular reports on productivity, downtime, quality, and efficiency.
* Use ERP/MES systems for tracking production metrics.
* Liaise with R&D, quality, maintenance, logistics, and procurement departments.
* Support new product introduction and process transitions.
* Provide feedback for product design improvements from a manufacturing perspective.
* Support the adoption of automation and digital tools in production lines.
* Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve production capabilities.
* Work with IT teams on system integration and data management.
* Supervise operators and technicians on the shop floor.
* Provide technical guidance and training to production staff.
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement.
Qualifications
* Minimum bachelor's degree in production engineering
Skills
* At least 1 year of commercial experience in Production Engineering.
* Knowledge of metal fabrication, machining and forming processes.
* Knowledge of ISO9001 standard and audit process.
* Production experience in a fast‑moving manufacturing environment.
* A successful track record of change and process improvement.
* Ability to identify solutions based on a mixture of analysis, experience and judgment.
* Excellent planning and time management skills.
* An effective verbal and written communicator for all levels of the organisation.
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