On-Site Operations Improvement Engineer - Lean Six Sigma

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape is seeking a proactive Industrial Engineer focused on operations improvement to join on-site. You will analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement practical Lean/Six Sigma solutions to boost efficiency and reduce costs.

This role requires a 3+ year track record in industrial engineering, strong data analysis skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable improvements and sustained performance gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in industrial engineering with focus on operations improvement.
• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Experience with data analysis, process mapping, and performance measurement.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills for on-site teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current processes to identify bottlenecks and opportunities.
• Develop and implement Lean/Six Sigma strategies to improve efficiency.
• Design and optimize workflows, layouts, and material handling systems.
• Conduct time and motion studies and feasibility analyses.
• Collaborate with operations and management to implement improvements.
• Establish KPIs and track impact of initiatives.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Process mapping

Performance measurement

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Six Sigma

Lean tools

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape is seeking a proactive Industrial Engineer focused on operations improvement to join on-site. You will analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement practical Lean/Six Sigma solutions to boost efficiency and reduce costs.

This role requires a 3+ year track record in industrial engineering, strong data analysis skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable improvements and sustained performance gains.