Planning Process Engineer (Automotive)

Planning Process Engineer (Automotive)

Recruiter

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref

PE006707/AS

Date posted

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Location

Uitenhage, South Africa

SUMMARY

Our client in the automotive industry based in Kariega is looking to appoint a Planning Process Engineer with a Toolmaker trade

POSITION INFO

Duties Provide technical support to Production to develop and establish efficient manufacturing processes. Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and cost performance. Coordinate and facilitate improvement workshops (e.g. value stream mapping, efficiency workshops). Establish and optimise production processes, including tooling, layouts, and equipment. Resolve production and process-related issues impacting quality or output. Ensure process stability and readiness for production changes and new model introductions. Manage change control relating to engineering changes (ECRs, new models, process updates). Support costing activities for facilities, tooling, and equipment. Conduct audits (quality, process, OHSE) and ensure compliance with standards and requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Purchasing. Develop reports, process documentation, and performance tracking tools. Drive problem-solving initiatives and implement sustainable solutions to root causes. Requirements Minimum Qualifications: National Diploma or Degree in Engineering Qualified Toolmaker Work Experience: Minimum 3-5 years' technical / engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment Strong understanding of production systems, processes, and layouts In-depth knowledge of production processes, layouts, production systems and shop facilities 3 years' experience / knowledge of a Tool Room, including tool design, tool layout, heavy press tools manufacture, patternmaking, machining, works preparation and try-out section