Industrial Engineer - Quality & Efficiency

Placements24; Lorenziberg; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Training support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Industrial Engineer to drive quality and efficiency improvements in our Queenstown operations, focusing on Lean and Six Sigma to reduce defects and shorten cycle times.

You will analyze workflows, implement CAPA, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold ISO 9001 quality standards and deliver cost-effective process enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in industrial engineering with focus on quality and process improvement.
• Experience with quality management systems (ISO 9001) and SPC.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify quality and efficiency improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement quality control systems to ensure product consistency and compliance.
• Utilize Lean and Six Sigma methods to reduce defects, waste, and cycle times.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and implement CAPA actions.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure SOPs and quality benchmarks are followed.
• Track and report KPIs related to quality and efficiency.

Skills

Quality improvement

Process optimization

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

CAPA

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SPC (Statistical Process Control)

ISO 9001

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Industrial Engineer focused on enhancing both quality and efficiency to join their operations in Queenstown . This role is critical in driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring that our production processes meet the highest standards of quality while optimizing for speed and cost-effectiveness. You will analyze workflows, implement quality control measures, and identify opportunities for process enhancements. This is a vital position for an engineer committed to operational excellence and delivering superior product standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for both quality improvement and efficiency gains.
• Develop and implement quality control systems and procedures to ensure product consistency and compliance.
• Utilise Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce defects, waste, and production cycle times.
• Conduct root cause analysis for quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Work with production teams to ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and quality benchmarks.
• Track and report on key performance indicators related to quality and efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in an industrial engineering role, with a focus on quality and process improvement.
• Proven experience with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and statistical process control (SPC).
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on significant improvement projects in Queenstown .
• Professional development and training support.
• A collaborative and results-driven work environment.
• Contribution to enhancing product quality and operational performance.