Hybrid Industrial Process & Flow Engineer | Lean Innovator

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Healthy work-life balance

Annual performance bonuses

Provident fund

Ongoing training programs

Safe and supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a proactive Industrial Process & Flow Engineer for a hybrid role in Polokwane. You will analyze, design, and implement improvements to manufacturing processes and material flow to boost efficiency, reduce lead times, and cut waste.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering, 5+ years in process improvement, and strong Lean, mapping, and data-analysis skills. CAD layout design and process simulation experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering with a focus on process improvement and material flow optimization.
• Solid knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen).
• Experience in process simulation and modeling is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing processes and material flow to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks.
• Develop and implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Design optimal factory layouts and material handling systems.
• Create detailed process flow diagrams and SOPs.
• Collaborate with production staff to ensure effective implementation of process changes.
• Monitor and measure the impact of implemented changes on efficiency, cost, and throughput.
• Identify opportunities for waste reduction and implement corresponding initiatives.
• Train relevant personnel on new processes and best practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across the facility.
• Ensure all process and flow designs adhere to safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Process mapping

Data analysis

Analytical skills

Communication

Hybrid work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a proactive Industrial Process & Flow Engineer for a hybrid role in Polokwane. You will analyze, design, and implement improvements to manufacturing processes and material flow to boost efficiency, reduce lead times, and cut waste.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering, 5+ years in process improvement, and strong Lean, mapping, and data-analysis skills. CAD layout design and process simulation experience are a plus.