Global Remote Process Engineer — Lean Six Sigma

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global health insurance

Remote stipend

Online training

Flexible hours

Travel allowance

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Industrial Process Engineer for a leading international manufacturer. You will analyze manufacturing processes from a distance, identify optimization opportunities, and implement solutions to boost efficiency, quality and cost-effectiveness.

You will collaborate with global teams, apply Lean Six Sigma to drive continuous improvement, and present findings with clear data-driven recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in industrial engineering focused on process optimization.
• Lean Six Sigma experience; certification preferred.
• Strong data analysis skills; proficient in Minitab and Excel.
• Able to work autonomously in a remote, global team.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and optimize performance.
• Lead data-driven strategies for process optimization, waste reduction, and cost savings.
• Design and document new or modified processes aligned with global standards.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma methods to drive continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborate virtually with engineers, production teams, and management across locations.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for process improvements.
• Manage process-improvement projects with timely, measurable results.
• Stay updated on industry practices and global manufacturing trends.
• Provide technical guidance to remote teams implementing changes.
• Ensure changes comply with safety, quality, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Independent work

Time management

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Process simulation software

Project management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Industrial Process Engineer for a leading international manufacturer. You will analyze manufacturing processes from a distance, identify optimization opportunities, and implement solutions to boost efficiency, quality and cost-effectiveness.

You will collaborate with global teams, apply Lean Six Sigma to drive continuous improvement, and present findings with clear data-driven recommendations.