Process Engineer will oversee production process and ensure efficiency and quality based on company standards , safety, right the first time, compliance to plan, sanitation, labor cost, through put, yield, operating systems health, hard asset improvement and team improvement.
Responsibilities
- Review all new lines layout & match with new footprint
- Cooperate with filling lines supplier in equipment final positioning
- Coordinate with consultant & contractor on timeline for equipment positioning & installations
- Plan for equipment installations matching with overall project timeline achieving EHS requirements
- Follow all safety requirements & precautions during installation
- Arrange & coordinate equipment installation under supervision of equipment supplier
- Provide periodic progress reports showing completion Vs. planned plan
- Arrange & coordinate with internal team for any possible stoppages required for the new lines (specifically for new NRGB line)
- Ensure compliance with all relevant standards, and policies related to Engineering
- Coordinate with EHS team & Prepare risk assessments following safety requirements for all installation activities applicable for this.
- Follow closing any incident reporting raised during installation time & ensure appropriate corrective actions are taken
- Oversee daily production operations to meet safety, quality, and productivity targets.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (maintenance, quality, supply chain) to resolve process issues and optimize resource utilization.
- Lead production planning, changeovers, and capacity optimization to achieve cost and service objectives.
- Monitor and manage KPIs such as OEE, downtime, waste, and throughput to drive continuous performance improvement.
- Ensure adherence to SOPs and best operational practices across shifts and production areas.
- Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, product quality, and yield.
- Provide technical support in troubleshooting, process validation, and performance optimization.
- Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs to sustain equipment reliability.
- Champion Lean Manufacturing methodologies (5S, Kaizen, VSM) to eliminate waste and improve process flow.
- Facilitate root cause analysis using 5 Whys and Fishbone tools to address recurring issues.
- Lead cross-functional improvement projects targeting cost reduction, productivity, and quality enhancement
- Engage teams in Gemba walks, daily performance reviews, and visual management to sustain a culture of improvement.
- Drive standardization, training, and empowerment to strengthen problem-solving capabilities at all levels.
- Coach and develop operators and technicians in Lean practices and operational discipline
- Foster teamwork, ownership, and accountability through transparent communication and performance feedback.
- Support succession planning and skill development for future operational excellence leaders.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (Engineering: Mechanical, Electrical or industry field)
- At least 7 years of experience in the same filed - preferable in FMCG
- Safety practices and principles related to maintenance activities
- Corrective and Preventive Maintenance
- Excellent Command of both Spoken and written Arabic and English
Location(s)
6 October Factory
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
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Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage.
With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every table we touch.
We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet.
We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
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Operating in over 20 global markets, across 9 functions, no matter your career goals, we have a seat at the table for you.
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