Lean Operations Engineer — Data-Driven Efficiency (Hybrid)

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Innovative culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking an Operations Efficiency Engineer to drive productivity through industrial engineering principles. The role blends on-site collaboration with data-driven remote analysis to cut costs and boost performance.

You will analyze workflows, apply lean and Six Sigma, design optimized layouts, and track KPIs while partnering with cross-functional teams to sustain improvements and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in operations analysis, process improvement, or industrial engineering.
• Demonstrated proficiency in lean Six Sigma principles and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in data modeling and interpretation.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and process simulation software is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current operational processes to identify inefficiencies, waste, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Design and optimize workflows, layouts, and resource allocation to maximize productivity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and sustain process changes.
• Utilize data analytics and simulation tools to evaluate process performance and predict outcomes.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of implemented improvements.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking an Operations Efficiency Engineer to drive productivity through industrial engineering principles. The role blends on-site collaboration with data-driven remote analysis to cut costs and boost performance.

You will analyze workflows, apply lean and Six Sigma, design optimized layouts, and track KPIs while partnering with cross-functional teams to sustain improvements and foster a culture of continuous learning.