Industrial Engineering Manager | Hybrid | Lean Six Sigma Leader

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a prominent manufacturing organization in finding an Industrial Engineering Manager. Based in Klerksdorp, North West, ZA, the role combines on-site leadership with flexible remote work to drive productivity and efficiency across production facilities.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in industrial engineering, strong Lean and Six Sigma credentials, and proven leadership, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Hybrid work arrangements are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced leadership and strategy.
• Strong knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of industrial engineers and technicians.
• Oversee design, implementation and optimization of processes and systems.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma to cut costs and boost quality.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets and project plans.
• Establish KPIs and monitor performance against targets.
• Collaborate with senior management to align engineering with business goals.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and quality standards are met.
• Evaluate and adopt new technologies to improve capabilities.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and bottlenecks.
• Champion a culture of innovation and operational excellence.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Process optimization

Budgeting

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a prominent manufacturing organization in finding an Industrial Engineering Manager. Based in Klerksdorp, North West, ZA, the role combines on-site leadership with flexible remote work to drive productivity and efficiency across production facilities.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in industrial engineering, strong Lean and Six Sigma credentials, and proven leadership, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Hybrid work arrangements are offered.