Industrial Engineering Consultant

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Industrial Engineering Consultant to optimize operational processes for facilities in the Eastern Cape. This contract role requires analyzing complex systems, identifying strategic improvements and delivering actionable plans that drive efficiency and cost savings.

You will collaborate with client teams, applying Lean Six Sigma and other excellence frameworks to design improvements and mentor staff to sustain changes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years experience in industrial engineering with consulting/advisory work.
• Strong Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma expertise.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and project management skills.
• Outstanding client-facing communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess client industrial and operational processes across facilities.
• Identify key efficiency, productivity, quality and cost improvements.
• Develop strategic recommendations and roadmaps for implementation.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies to design solutions.
• Collaborate with client teams to implement agreed changes.
• Provide training to ensure sustainability of improvements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Operational Excellence

Problem solving

Project management

Client-facing communication

10+ years experience

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Consulting certifications a strong plus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Industrial Engineering Consultant to provide expert guidance on optimizing operational processes for their facilities located in the Eastern Cape region. This contract role requires an individual with a proven ability to analyze complex systems, identify strategic areas for improvement, and develop actionable plans that drive efficiency and cost savings. You will work collaboratively with client teams, offering insights and solutions based on extensive industry experience and best practices. The ideal candidate is an independent thinker, a strong communicator, and adept at navigating diverse organizational structures to deliver impactful results. This is an excellent opportunity for a consultant to leverage their expertise on a project basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of client's existing industrial and operational processes.
• Identify key areas for improvement in efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and present strategic recommendations and implementation roadmaps to client stakeholders.
• Utilize advanced Lean Six Sigma methodologies to design and propose solutions.
• Collaborate with client teams to facilitate the successful implementation of agreed-upon improvements.
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to client personnel to ensure sustainability of changes.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field; relevant consulting certifications are a strong plus.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial engineering, with a significant portion in a consulting or advisory capacity.
• Proven expertise in diagnosing operational challenges and implementing impactful process improvements .
• Strong command of Lean Manufacturing , Six Sigma, and other operational excellence frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Outstanding client-facing communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive daily or project-based consultancy rate.
• Hybrid work arrangement , with potential for both on-site client visits and remote work.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects.
• Build a strong portfolio of successful client engagements.
• Direct impact on operational improvements for multiple businesses.