Industrial Engineer: Lean Ops & Efficiency (On-site Queenstown)

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid annual leave

Training opportunities

Exposure to diverse manufacturing

Stable work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer for a Queenstown-based role focused on boosting operational efficiency. You will analyze workflows, identify bottlenecks, and implement Lean-driven improvements in manufacturing processes to reduce waste and raise productivity.

On-site collaboration with production teams is essential to ensure sustainable adoption of changes. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering and 2–4 years in manufacturing, with strong Lean, analytical,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 2-4 years of industrial engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Strong Lean Manufacturing knowledge (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Excel for data analysis.
• Good communication and teamwork with production staff.
• Detail-oriented and committed to continuous improvement.

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 SOPs.
• Support quality control initiatives and contribute to problem-solving activities.
• Participate in training programs for operational staff on efficiency best practices.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer for a Queenstown-based role focused on boosting operational efficiency. You will analyze workflows, identify bottlenecks, and implement Lean-driven improvements in manufacturing processes to reduce waste and raise productivity.

On-site collaboration with production teams is essential to ensure sustainable adoption of changes. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering and 2–4 years in manufacturing, with strong Lean, analytical,