Production Engineer

Job Summary

Trustlub Fluid Resources Limited is seeking a Production Engineer to support the efficient, safe and consistent production of lubricant products at our manufacturing facility.

The successful candidate will support daily blending, filling and production activities, monitor equipment and production processes, maintain production records and work closely with Quality Control, Maintenance, HSE and Warehouse teams to ensure products are manufactured according to approved specifications and operating procedures.

The role requires a practical understanding of manufacturing operations, process control, equipment performance, workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor daily lubricant blending, filling, packaging and related production activities.
• Ensure production activities follow approved formulations, specifications, procedures and production schedules.
• Monitor plant equipment and production processes to identify faults, inefficiencies or potential operational issues.
• Work with maintenance personnel to support preventive and corrective maintenance of production equipment.
• Assist in reducing production downtime and improving plant efficiency.
• Monitor the use of raw materials, including base oils, additives and packaging materials.
• Ensure accurate measurement and handling of materials used during production.
• Maintain accurate production records, batch documentation and operational reports.
• Coordinate with the Quality Control team for sampling, testing and approval of finished products.
• Ensure products are released for packaging or distribution only after required quality procedures have been completed.
• Support troubleshooting of production and equipment-related problems.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, product consistency and resource usage.
• Support implementation of corrective and preventive actions where production issues occur.
• Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained throughout production areas.
• Support compliance with company Health, Safety and Environmental procedures.
• Participate in risk assessments, toolbox talks, safety inspections and operational reviews.
• Ensure production equipment is operated according to manufacturer and company requirements.
• Monitor production output against planned targets and report significant deviations.
• Work with Warehouse and Supply Chain teams to ensure required raw materials are available for scheduled production.
• Support stock reconciliation for raw materials and finished products where required.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across the production facility.
• Assist with production planning and scheduling activities.
• Prepare production reports for management review.
• Perform other production-related duties assigned by management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Production Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
• Previous experience within lubricant manufacturing, oil and gas, chemicals, FMCG, process manufacturing or a related industrial environment is desirable.
• Good understanding of production processes, industrial equipment, quality control and workplace safety.
• Knowledge of lubricant blending or petroleum-product manufacturing would be an advantage.

Required Skills

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality and operational discipline. You should be able to work effectively with production, engineering, laboratory, warehouse and management teams while maintaining accurate records and following established procedures.

What We Value

At Trustlub, we value quality, safety, professionalism, teamwork, continuous improvement and dependable service. Employees are expected to contribute to these standards across all areas of our operations.