Senior Industrial Operations Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 97,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Industrial Operations Engineer to bolster our client's manufacturing operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role emphasizes improving production efficiency, optimizing resources, and ensuring smooth execution of processes on-site.

The ideal candidate has a robust background in industrial/operations engineering, with proven Lean and Six Sigma experience, strong data analysis skills, and leadership capabilities to mentor junior staff while driving safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering or operations engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement frameworks.
• Proficiency in process analysis tools, data analysis, and statistical software.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hands-on, on-site environment.
• Commitment to working full-time, on-site in Queenstown, Eastern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Design, develop, and implement process improvements to enhance productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Utilize lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Collaborate with production teams to implement changes and ensure effective adoption.
• Monitor production performance, analyze data, and generate reports on key metrics.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in capital project planning and execution for new equipment or process installations.
• Mentor junior engineers and support staff.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Decision-making

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related engineering

Tools

Statistical software

Process analysis tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant industrial manufacturer, is seeking a seasoned Senior Industrial Operations Engineer to bolster their operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This position is instrumental in enhancing production efficiency, optimizing resource utilization, and ensuring the seamless execution of manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of industrial engineering principles, a proven ability to implement operational improvements, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety. This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring dedicated involvement in the daily operations and strategic initiatives at our Queenstown, Eastern Cape facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Design, develop, and implement process improvements to enhance productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Utilize lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Collaborate with production teams to implement changes and ensure effective adoption.
• Monitor production performance, analyze data, and generate reports on key metrics.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in capital project planning and execution for new equipment or process installations.
• Mentor junior engineers and support staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering or operations engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement frameworks.
• Proficiency in process analysis tools, data analysis, and statistical software.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hands‑on, on‑site environment.
• Commitment to working full‑time, on‑site in Queenstown, Eastern Cape .

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical and retirement benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. This role provides a stable career path within a key industrial player. As an on‑site position, it ensures full immersion in the operational environment of Queenstown, Eastern Cape , fostering direct impact and collaboration.