Process Monitoring Engineer

Process Monitoring Engineer

Job ID:  21138
Company:  Volkswagen Group Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location: 

ZA

Department:  Production and Logistics
Career Level:  Professionals
Shift:  Full-time
Contract type:  Fixed-term
Remote Working:  Mobile Work not possible
Posting Date:  29 Jan 2026

Process Monitoring Engineer

Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Process Monitoring Engineer position in the BodyShop - Production (Kariega)  

Brief Role Description

Provide support to production to ensure that critical elements of the Body Shop Control plans are in place and adhered to. Timely feedback to Body Sop management on non-adherence to carry out the control element tasks to ensure reliable product. Prevent negative impact on Plant Quality KPI and Flow out KPI as a result of production and their support functions not fulfilling the assigned roles and responsibilities with regard to the Control plan elements.

Possible Tasks within this Role

  • Give input when required for SAB, process standards and work instructions to ensure they include Change points (ECR, Aeko)
  • Confirm with Sectional Process engineer that all changes within processes through introduction of AEKO’s, ECR’s, MY, new models, new derivatives, are included in Control plans
  • Chair feedback meetings with Sectional Supervisors on all non-compliances in Shop SFM meetings
  • Perform the following audits on process adherence.
  • Generate weekly/monthly reports per section to show compliance per element
  • Drive compliance daily with specific monitoring processes.
  • Confirm that sustainable solutions for non-compliance of elements are put in place.
  • Design a process that will enable Production to improve their performance and will assist with the management and control of the processes.

Qualification requirements

National Diploma or Degree in Engineering/ Mechatronics/ Operations/ Production Management

Essentials

  • Have knowledge of FMEA process
  • Prepared to travel overseas
  • Communicate at all levels
  • Proven analytical skills with an innovative approach to problem-solving
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Detailed knowledge of Body Shop processes and equipment
  • Sound technical knowledge with respect to the Production, Tooling, Facilities and Systems

Experience needed

Minimum of 2 – 3 years technical/engineering experience within an automotive manufacturing concern

Added Advantage

  • CAD literate
  • Speak and read German

At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team.
Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 5th February 2026. All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za

Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to developing all its employees, and to provide equal opportunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employment Equity Plan

Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Process Monitoring Engineer position in the BodyShop - Production (Kariega)  

Brief Role Description

Provide support to production to ensure that critical elements of the Body Shop Control plans are in place and adhered to. Timely feedback to Body Sop management on non-adherence to carry out the control element tasks to ensure reliable product. Prevent negative impact on Plant Quality KPI and Flow out KPI as a result of production and their support functions not fulfilling the assigned roles and responsibilities with regard to the Control plan elements.

Possible Tasks within this Role

  • Give input when required for SAB, process standards and work instructions to ensure they include Change points (ECR, Aeko)
  • Confirm with Sectional Process engineer that all changes within processes through introduction of AEKO’s, ECR’s, MY, new models, new derivatives, are included in Control plans
  • Chair feedback meetings with Sectional Supervisors on all non-compliances in Shop SFM meetings
  • Perform the following audits on process adherence.
  • Generate weekly/monthly reports per section to show compliance per element
  • Drive compliance daily with specific monitoring processes.
  • Confirm that sustainable solutions for non-compliance of elements are put in place.
  • Design a process that will enable Production to improve their performance and will assist with the management and control of the processes.

Qualification requirements

National Diploma or Degree in Engineering/ Mechatronics/ Operations/ Production Management

Essentials

  • Have knowledge of FMEA process
  • Prepared to travel overseas
  • Communicate at all levels
  • Proven analytical skills with an innovative approach to problem-solving
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Detailed knowledge of Body Shop processes and equipment
  • Sound technical knowledge with respect to the Production, Tooling, Facilities and Systems

Experience needed

Minimum of 2 – 3 years technical/engineering experience within an automotive manufacturing concern

Added Advantage

  • CAD literate
  • Speak and read German

At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team.
Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 5th February 2026. All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za

Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to developing all its employees, and to provide equal opportunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employment Equity Plan

Job ID:  21138
Company:  Volkswagen Group Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location: 

ZA

Department:  Production and Logistics
Career Level:  Professionals
Shift:  Full-time
Contract type:  Fixed-term
Remote Working:  Mobile Work not possible
Posting Date:  29 Jan 2026

Volkswagen Group South Africa

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We are looking for new talent, employees who want to achieve, believe in innovative power of ideas, leaders who are able to collaborate and adapt to the mobility of the future, take ownership, responsibility, accountability and diverse thinkers in order to embrace our differences.

What we offer :

  • Competitive packages
  • Benefits
  • Flexible Working model
  • Community Support
  • Employee Value Proposition

Recruitment Address

ssf.recuitment@vwsa.co.za

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