Hybrid Industrial Engineer - Lean Manufacturing Efficiency

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer for our client in Klerksdorp, South Africa, to optimize manufacturing processes in a hybrid work setting. You will lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, design efficient layouts, and collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to drive operational excellence.

The role emphasizes data analysis, time studies, capacity planning, and ongoing Kaizen projects, with a focus on safety, environmental compliance, and sustainable productivity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial engineering in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with Lean tools (5S, VSM, Kaizen) and Six Sigma.
• Strong analytical, data-driven problem solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze processes to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks.
• Design and monitor process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Develop and optimize plant layouts and material handling.
• Conduct time studies, capacity planning, and resource analysis.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams.
• Create SOPs and work instructions.
• Use data visualization tools to track KPIs.
• Lead Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Evaluate new technologies or equipment for capability.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Process simulation

Education

Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD

Minitab

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer for our client in Klerksdorp, South Africa, to optimize manufacturing processes in a hybrid work setting. You will lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, design efficient layouts, and collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to drive operational excellence.

The role emphasizes data analysis, time studies, capacity planning, and ongoing Kaizen projects, with a focus on safety, environmental compliance, and sustainable productivity