Hybrid Industrial Engineer: Productivity & Lean Excellence

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and retirement fund

Career development

Bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, invites an experienced Industrial Engineer to enhance productivity across bottling, production and logistics. The role combines on-site collaboration with remote analysis to drive data‑driven improvements in a leading wine and beverage company.

You will lead time studies, apply lean techniques, design layouts, and monitor KPIs while developing SOPs and training materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• At least 5 years in industrial engineering with focus on productivity and efficiency improvements.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and tools.
• Proficiency in data analysis, statistical methods, and process modeling.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams.
• Experience in food & beverage or manufacturing sector desirable.
• Ability to work in a hybrid model with on‑site collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing and operational workflows to identify opportunities for productivity gains.
• Develop and implement lean manufacturing techniques, including 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Conduct time studies and work‑measurement analyses to establish standards and optimize labor utilization.
• Design and implement improvements to material flow, plant layout, and workstation ergonomics.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to drive informed decision‑making.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and logistics teams to implement process changes and ensure buy‑in.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and training materials.
• Lead projects focused on efficiency improvements, cost reduction, and waste elimination.
• Evaluate and recommend new equipment or technology to enhance operational performance.
• Monitor KPIs and report on effectiveness of improvements.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Statistical methods

Process modeling

Analytical thinking

Communication

Hybrid work

Project management

Education

Bachelors in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, invites an experienced Industrial Engineer to enhance productivity across bottling, production and logistics. The role combines on-site collaboration with remote analysis to drive data‑driven improvements in a leading wine and beverage company.

You will lead time studies, apply lean techniques, design layouts, and monitor KPIs while developing SOPs and training materials.