Hybrid Manufacturing Ops Analyst — Lean & Data-Driven

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 invites a Manufacturing Operations Specialist to optimize production in Benoni, Gauteng. This hybrid role blends on-site observation with remote data analysis to drive efficiency, cost reduction, and quality improvements.

You will analyze data, lead continuous improvement projects, develop SOPs, and collaborate with production, engineering and QA to ensure safe, compliant operations. Suitable candidates have a degree and 3+ years in manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in manufacturing operations, process improvement, or a related role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Experience with ERP systems and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for process improvement.
• Develop and implement operational improvements to enhance productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor KPIs and report on plant operational performance.
• Assist in the development and refinement of SOPs.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality assurance teams to resolve operational issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, such as lean manufacturing or Six Sigma projects.
• Conduct workplace assessments to ensure safety and environmental compliance.
• Assist in production planning and scheduling to meet demand requirements.
• Train production staff on new processes or procedures.
• Contribute to effective management of production resources and materials.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 invites a Manufacturing Operations Specialist to optimize production in Benoni, Gauteng. This hybrid role blends on-site observation with remote data analysis to drive efficiency, cost reduction, and quality improvements.

You will analyze data, lead continuous improvement projects, develop SOPs, and collaborate with production, engineering and QA to ensure safe, compliant operations. Suitable candidates have a degree and 3+ years in manufacturing operations.