Technical and Innovation Specialist

6 days ago

Krugersdorp, South Africa Awetomate Full time

We are searching for a Technical and Innovation Specialist, responsible for driving technical excellence, promoting innovation and delivering solutions that improve product quality, production efficiency and sustainability across the organisation.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Innovation and Research**:

- Lead the development and implementation of innovative solutions to improve manufacturing processes and products
- Research emerging technologies, tools and trends within the manufacturing sector
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to prototype, test and refine new concepts

**Process Optimization**:

- Analyse existing manufacturing processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency, quality and sustainability
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across production lines

**Technical Support**:

- Provide expert technical guidance to resolve complex manufacturing challenges
- Optimise production processes to reduce waste, improve quality and enhance throughput
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures and technical best practices

**Product Development**:

- Work with engineering, operations and quality teams to address technical issues and improve product performance
- Use customer feedback and market insights to guide product improvements and innovation
- Ensure all product development activities comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements

**Project Management**:

- Manage technical and innovation projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are met
- Coordinate with vendors, suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
- Prepare clear reports on project status, findings and recommendations

**Training and Knowledge Sharing**:

- Train staff on new technologies, methods and technical tools
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation throughout the organisation
- Document and share lessons learned, best practices and technical insights

**Requirements**:
Skills and Attributes(must possess):
Excellent communication and collaboration skills;

A creative mindset with the ability to think outside the box;

Knowledge of quality assurance practices;

Ability to work under-pressure and adapt to changes;

Good work ethic, honest, dependable;

Team work and time keeping skills;

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills;

Strong communication and leadership abilities;

Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under pressure;

Qualifications and Experience:
Matric/N3;

Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology or a related field;

Proven experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a technical or

innovation-focused role;

Demonstrated ability to lead innovation projects and implement new technologies;

Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, automation, and emerging

technologies.

Proficiency in AutoCad, CAM, or other relevant technical software.

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