Continuous Improvement Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Six Sigma certification support

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive lean manufacturing initiatives, boost product quality, and reduce costs across the business.

You will lead Kaizen events, develop SOPs, and mentor teams in lean methods. The role emphasizes data-driven problem-solving, process standardization, and strong facilitation skills within a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in a continuous improvement or lean manufacturing role.
• Proven experience with lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kanban, and SMED.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and change management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events and CI projects across departments.
• Develop and implement SOPs to sustain process improvements.
• Train and mentor employees on lean methodologies and problem-solving.
• Analyze process data to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support visual management systems and performance dashboards.
• Identify opportunities for waste reduction, cycle time improvement, and cost savings.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Problem-solving

Facilitation

Communication

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Continuous Improvement Engineer to join their team in Polokwane . This role is central to driving ongoing enhancements in operational efficiency, product quality, and cost reduction across all facets of the business. You will be responsible for implementing and leading lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives, empowering teams to identify and solve problems, and fostering a culture of constant improvement. This is a dynamic opportunity for an engineer dedicated to operational excellence within the industrial landscape of Polokwane .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects across various departments.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to sustain process improvements.
• Train and mentor employees at all levels on lean methodologies and problem-solving techniques.
• Analyze process performance data to identify root causes of issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Support the development and implementation of visual management systems and performance dashboards.
• Identify opportunities for waste reduction, cycle time improvement, and cost savings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in a continuous improvement or lean manufacturing role.
• Proven experience with lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kanban, and SMED.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and change management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development, including Six Sigma certification support.
• Hybrid work model combining office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• A culture that values innovation, employee input, and continuous learning in Polokwane .