Full Time Production Engineer – Smithfield NSW

Hycast Metals is a family-owned Precision Investment Casting Foundry based in Sydney, Australia. For 60-years, Hycast has been supplying world-class casting solutions to clients in architecture, infrastructure, mining, defence and retail. As one of only two precision investment foundries left in Australia, Hycast is committed to championing Australian manufacturing through innovation and dedication to craft. 

As the manufacturing landscape continues to be challenged in Australia, Hycast is looking for a Production Engineer to join the team and contribute to the success of the business. We need a partner with a shared passion for sovereign capabilities to come with us on this journey. 

To be based at our casting foundry in Smithfield, Sydney, we are seeking a qualified Production Engineer (Mechanical Engineer) with at least 3 years of experience. Salary of $95,000 - $105,000 + super for this full time position. 

The Production Engineer will work closely with the Production Manager, Production Supervisor, Technical Manager and Chemical/Process Engineer to ensure designed processes are implemented effectively within the foundry. The role has three key areas, as shown below. 

Tasks and Responsibilities (not limited to the following):

1. Process Implementation & Oversight 

• Supervising the manufacturing processes, ensuring quality work is done in a safe, efficient manner. 
• Liaising with other engineers to develop plans that improve production, costs, and labour required. 
• Diagnosing problems in the production line and providing recommendations and training. 
• Keeping abreast of advancements in engineering and production and sharing knowledge with co-workers. 
• Identifying, documenting, and reporting unsafe practices. 
• Analysing all facets of production and making recommendations for improvement. 
• Outlining a budget based on requirements and tracking costs to deliver project on budget. 

2. Plant & Equipment Engineering 

• Provide administrative support to the Maintenance Department 
• Generation and distribution of maintenance, production, and other PMs to responsible parties 
• Updating and maintaining asset and preventive maintenance task information in HYSYS 
• Tracking PM and work order data 
• Organizing and coordinating PM activities with maintenance, engineering, and production departments 
• Work with the Production Manager to develop effective preventive maintenance procedures. 
• Gathering information to complete monthly reports for maintenance. 
• Completing monthly KPI's for maintenance and production PM's and WO's 
• Coordinating contractor work along with unscheduled work 
• Distributing all required material to vendors/contractors before coming on site 

3. Special Project Implementation 

• Defining project objectives, project scope, roles & responsibilities. 
• Defining resource requirements and managing resource availability & allocation – both internal and third party. 
• Outlining a budget based on requirements and tracking costs to deliver project on budget. 
• Preparing a detailed project plan to schedule key project milestones, workstreams & activities. 
• Managing delivery of the project according to this plan. 
• Tracking project and providing regular reports on project status to project team and key stakeholders. 
• Managing and adjusting for any changes in project scope, schedule and / or budget. 
• Identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Carry out any other responsibilities, which may be found necessary by the Hyteam. 

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor-level Mechanical Engineering qualification. Masters-level will be highly advantageous. 

Experience Requirement:

• At least 3 years of relevant Production/Mechanical Engineering experience.
• A strong competency in all the above tasks and duties. 

Essential Skills and Requirements:

• Knowledge of NATA and ISO within a production environment would be an advantage but not essential 
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, with the ability to assist the business in further implementing CI and lean practices 
• Proficient computer skills across the Microsoft Office suite of programs 
• Data driven, strong planning and analytical skills with the ability to think strategically. Ability to analyse data, identify discrepancies, solve problems, and initiate corrective action. 
• Ability to facilitate root cause analysis activities and high level of problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent teamwork skills including leading and participating in project teams and coaching and supporting production operators to achieve organisational objectives. 
• A high degree of autonomy and the ability to make sound business decisions 
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and people 
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to give clear and precise work instructions 
• Strong safety and quality focus, capable of implementing established procedures and always with a view to process improvement 

Apply:

If you satisfy the above, please apply without hesitation outlining why you are suitable. 

Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

All applicants will be considered for 4 weeks from the date of advert listing.