Operations Excellence Engineer

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus structure

Professional development opportunities

Health and wellness benefits

Innovative working environment

Impactful role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Operations Excellence Engineer to champion Lean initiatives at our client's Welkom facility. You will lead continuous improvement projects across production and logistics, driving efficiency, cost reductions, and world-class performance.

You will develop operational metrics and dashboards, facilitate training, analyze data for root causes, and ensure new technologies are integrated to enhance capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred).
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and performance metric development.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean Six Sigma projects to eliminate waste, reduce costs, and improve process efficiency.
• Develop and maintain operational metrics and dashboards to track performance.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions on continuous improvement methodologies for staff at all levels.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, root causes, and optimization opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new procedures and best practices.
• Ensure integration of new technologies and systems to enhance operational capabilities.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Change management

Facilitation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering / Operations Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a driven Operations Excellence Engineer to champion efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives within their facility in Welkom . This role is crucial for optimizing all operational aspects, from production workflows to supply chain logistics, ensuring the highest levels of productivity and cost-effectiveness. You will be responsible for implementing and sustaining operational excellence programs, fostering a culture of improvement, and driving measurable results. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a deep understanding of operational dynamics and a commitment to achieving world-class performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement Lean Six Sigma projects to eliminate waste, reduce costs, and improve process efficiency.
• Develop and maintain operational metrics and dashboards to track performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions on continuous improvement methodologies for staff at all levels.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, root causes of problems, and opportunities for optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new operational procedures and best practices.
• Ensure the effective integration of new technologies and systems to enhance operational capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing continuous improvement projects.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred).
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and performance metric development.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and change management skills.
• Experience within the mining or heavy industry sectors is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and an annual bonus structure based on performance.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• A stimulating work environment with a focus on innovation and operational advancement.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the operational success of the company.