Production Engineer (Intern)

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Job ID: 118005
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Posted: 01.06.2025

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Occupations:

Engineering : General-Other: Engineering, Industrial-Manufacturing Engineering

Job Description:

 
Position Title: Production Engineer (Intern)

Department: Mill Production

Division: Operations

Reports To: Process Improvement Superintendent

Division Head: Director - Operations
 
POSITION SUMMARY
To assist in the management of the production process, including supporting team members to achieve maximum output, efficiency, and a quality product that meets customer requirements and the Company’s business objectives.

RESPONSIBILITES

1. Assist in ensuring all semi-finished products meets customer quality standards and specifications.
2. Support daily inventory management and control activities. 
3. Assist in weekly and monthly shop order closure.
4. Participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at cost reduction and efficiency gains. 
5. Assist in execution of process improvement projects.
6. Provide engineering support for production and maintenance activities to ensure maximum production. 
7. Evaluate current production activities and make recommendations for improvements.
8. Help develop operating instructions and optimize operating parameters for production activities. 
9. Assist in developing best practices to improve production capacity, quality, and reliability.
10. Support investigations into issues, analyze root causes, and develop solutions. 
11. Identify bottlenecks in the production process and assist in designing projects to eliminate them.
12. Track downtime and waste. 
13. Assist in completing and ensuring compliance with all relevant Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) documents for production jobs.
14. Participate in operational troubleshooting meetings for incurred operational downtime or failure to achieve production targets. 
15. Help establish safety procedures and environmental regulations for employees.
16. Promote compliance with the Company’s Health and Safety Policies. 
17. Identify and report unsafe operations, conditions and/or practices immediately to your Manager; operate in a safe manner, use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required.
18. Execute all relevant responsibilities as outlined in the Roles, Responsibilities and Authorities Matrix (MT-GM-004) to ensure compliance with the Integrated Management System (IMS). 
19. Perform any other related duties that may be assigned.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or any other related discipline from a recognized institution.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of one (1) year experience in a similar role in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Experience with designing and implementation of production optimization projects.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Visio, Visual Basic; AutoCAD
• Strong written / verbal communication
• Ability to build and maintain positive, constructive relationships
• Self-motivated
• Proactive
• Technical report writing
• Technical aptitude
• Strong analytical skills
• Attention to detail / accuracy
• Problem solving / solution oriented
• Ability to lead & influence
• Critical thinking
• Troubleshooting
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Planning, organization, time management
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Professional
• Initiative
• Innovative

CONTACTS

• All team members
• Internal Auditors
• External Contractors
• Suppliers
• Regional team members

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to dust, noise, heat
• Possible low indoor air quality
• Occasional heavy lifting
• Standing/walking for long periods
• Repetitive motion
• Plant environment
• Regular use of computers
• Operating equipment
• Working extended hours when required

PERSON PROFILE

• Operates with honesty and integrity, demonstrating high ethical and professional standards
• Generates trust and credibility in interactions with fellow team members, customers, suppliers, government agencies and the community
• Is respectful and fosters sincere collaboration
• Makes appropriate and reliable decisions
• Is determined in the face of challenges
• Has a passion for excellence
• Customer Service oriented
• Is innovative, challenges the status quo and aims to add value to the Company’s operations
• A team player

Job Requirements:

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or any other related discipline from a recognized institution.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of one (1) year experience in a similar role in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Experience with designing and implementation of production optimization projects.