Senior Operations Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package with bonus

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic work environment in Queenstown

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Operations Engineer in Queenstown to optimize production systems, drive efficiency, and ensure high-quality output. You will analyze complex challenges and lead their implementation across departments.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in Industrial Engineering, 7+ years in operations engineering or process improvement, and strong Lean/Six Sigma expertise, with proven leadership and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in operations engineering or process improvement.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies.
• Proven experience managing complex operational projects and leading teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and redesign of production systems to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop and implement Lean Manufacturing strategies to minimize waste and maximize throughput.
• Oversee process validation and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on operational projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and identify areas for proactive intervention.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Analytical

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Operations Engineer to join their team in Queenstown . This role is integral to optimizing our operational processes, driving efficiency, and ensuring high-quality output. You will be responsible for analyzing complex operational challenges, developing innovative solutions, and leading their implementation across various departments. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in industrial engineering and a passion for continuous improvement within a challenging production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and redesign of production systems to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop and implement Lean Manufacturing strategies to minimize waste and maximize throughput.
• Oversee process validation and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on operational projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and identify areas for proactive intervention.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations engineering or process improvement.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing , Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven experience in managing complex operational projects and leading teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Benefits

• Excellent salary package and performance bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Extensive professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment in Queenstown .