Industrial Engineer - Operational Efficiency & Cost Reduction

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Fully remote work arrangement

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Generous PTO

Professional development

Company laptop and software

Travel to site visits covered

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer for a primarily remote role with occasional travel to sites in Southern Africa. You will analyze processes, identify waste, and implement lean and Six Sigma solutions to boost productivity and reduce costs.

You will lead data-driven projects, develop business cases, and partner with site managers to standardize best practices. A Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering and 5+ years of experience, with Green/Black Belt, are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in industrial engineering focusing on efficiency and cost reduction.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with Excel and Minitab.
• Excellent problem solving and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze workflows, production processes, and resource use across units.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, waste elimination, and efficiency gains.
• Lead lean manufacturing and Six Sigma projects.
• Use data analysis and modeling to quantify savings and gains.
• Develop and present business cases to senior management.
• Collaborate with site managers to implement changes.
• Develop and standardize operational best practices.
• Monitor performance and ensure sustained improvements.
• Provide training on efficiency methodologies.
• Stay current with industry trends in operational excellence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Remote work

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a diversified industrial group with operations across South Africa, is seeking a results-oriented Industrial Engineer to drive operational efficiency and cost reduction initiatives. This role is primarily remote, allowing for flexibility while requiring occasional travel to operational sites. You will be responsible for analyzing operational processes, identifying areas of waste and inefficiency, and implementing solutions that enhance productivity and profitability. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of lean methodologies, and a proven ability to lead change within complex organizations. Your contributions will directly impact the bottom line by optimizing resource utilization and streamlining workflows. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your expertise in industrial engineering to make a tangible impact across various business units, working remotely with our client's operations based near Queenstown, Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze operational workflows, production processes, and resource utilization across various business units.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, waste elimination, and efficiency improvements.
• Develop and implement lean manufacturing and Six Sigma projects.
• Utilize data analysis and modeling to quantify potential savings and operational gains.
• Create and present business cases for improvement initiatives to senior management.
• Collaborate with site managers and operational teams to implement recommended changes.
• Develop and standardize operational best practices across the organization.
• Monitor the performance of implemented solutions and ensure sustained improvements.
• Provide training and guidance to operational staff on efficiency methodologies.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering, focusing on operational efficiency and cost reduction.
• Proven experience in leading lean and Six Sigma projects (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab).
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Willingness to travel to operational sites as required (estimated 20% travel).
• Experience in diverse industrial sectors is a plus.
• Proficiency in creating clear and persuasive reports and presentations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance package.
• Retirement fund contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Company-provided laptop and necessary software.
• Exposure to a wide range of industrial operations.
• Travel expenses covered for site visits.