Process Engineer

Job Description

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.