Industrial Engineer

Gumcorp; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelerec Ltd. in Karachi, Pakistan is seeking a highly skilled Industrial Engineer to optimize production processes, drive efficiency, and apply data‑driven methods to improve performance.

You will conduct time and motion studies, balance lines, plan capacity, and develop SOPs while collaborating with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Planning teams to reduce waste and boost productivity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing/production.
• Experience in automobile parts, textile, wood, furniture, or similar industries preferred.
• Strong knowledge of time study, line balancing, capacity planning, and process improvement.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S and Kaizen.
• Proficient in MS Excel; ERP/MRP experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve production processes, workflows, and productivity.
• Conduct time & motion studies, establish standard times, and improve work methods.
• Identify bottlenecks and optimize manpower, machine utilization, and production capacity.
• Support production planning, line balancing, and factory layout improvements.
• Monitor production KPIs, efficiency, cycle times, downtime, waste, and capacity utilization.
• Develop and improve SOPs, work instructions, and process standards.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, waste reduction, and productivity improvement.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Planning teams.
• Analyze production data and recommend practical process improvements.

Skills

Time study

Line balancing

Capacity planning

Process improvement

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Kaizen

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

ERP/MRP

Job description

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Industrial Engineer to join our dynamic team in Karachi, Pakistan. If you are passionate about optimizing processes, enhancing efficiency, and leveraging data-driven insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve production processes, workflows, and productivity.
• Conduct time & motion studies, establish standard times, and improve work methods.
• Identify bottlenecks and optimize manpower, machine utilization, and production capacity.
• Support production planning, line balancing, and factory layout improvements.
• Monitor production KPIs, efficiency, cycle times, downtime, waste, and capacity utilization.
• Develop and improve SOPs, work instructions, and process standards.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, waste reduction, and productivity improvement.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Planning teams.
• Analyze production data and recommend practical process improvements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Experience in automobile parts, textile, wood, furniture, or similar industries preferred.
• Strong knowledge of time study, line balancing, capacity planning, and process improvement.
• Good knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Kaizen.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel; ERP/MRP experience is an advantage.

Required Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

About Company

Gumcorp Pvt. Ltd

Food

Gumcorp Group is a diversified Pakistani business group led by its flagship company, Gumcorp (Pvt.) Ltd., the country’s largest producer of gum base with over three decades of expertise in the confectionery and allied industries, evolving from its origins in 1967 and becoming a fully independent gum base manufacturer by 1998.The Group operates across multiple sectors, including Kernelpop, Pakistan’s first microwavable popcorn brand launched in 2003 and now one of the nation’s leading popcorn producers; Oleocorp, the country’s largest producer vegetable‑based pharma grade glycerin manufactured in a state‑of‑the‑art European facility established in 2017; Woodcorp, a premium manufacturer of European‑style doors, windows, wardrobes, kitchens, and bespoke wood interiors using advanced European machinery and over 15 years of craftsmanship; and Spectrum Films, the group’s packaging division specializing in food‑grade cling films and shrink films for safe, hygienic, and high‑performance wrapping applications.Together, these companies reflect Gumcorp Group’s commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence, serving both domestic and international markets with products built on technology, expertise, and trusted manufacturing standards.