Industrial Engineer: Operational Excellence & Lean Improvement

Placements24; O Mente; On-site; EUR 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid annual leave

Training opportunities

Diverse manufacturing exposure

Stable environment

Job summary

Placements24 client, a major employer in the manufacturing sector in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is seeking a diligent Industrial Engineer to enhance operational efficiency by analyzing workflows, reducing waste, and improving productivity across facilities.

The role requires Lean manufacturing expertise, time and motion studies, layout design, and collaboration with production teams; you will track KPIs, develop SOPs, and support quality initiatives, with on-site work in Queenstown.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in industrial engineering, preferably in manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data analysis.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented and committed to continuous improvement.
• Ability to work on-site in Queenstown.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing manufacturing and operational processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement process optimization strategies using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Conduct time and motion studies to improve workflow and productivity.
• Design efficient layouts for production lines and workspaces.
• Collaborate with production staff to implement improvements and ensure effective adoption.
• Track and report on KPIs related to operational efficiency.
• Assist in the development and documentation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support quality control initiatives and contribute to problem-solving activities.
• Participate in training programs for operational staff on efficiency best practices.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Lean manufacturing

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

Placements24 client, a major employer in the manufacturing sector in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is seeking a diligent Industrial Engineer to enhance operational efficiency by analyzing workflows, reducing waste, and improving productivity across facilities.

The role requires Lean manufacturing expertise, time and motion studies, layout design, and collaboration with production teams; you will track KPIs, develop SOPs, and support quality initiatives, with on-site work in Queenstown.