Hybrid Process Engineer - Lean Six Sigma for Beverages

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

Benefits offered by this job

comprehensive medical aid

a provident fund

generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to drive manufacturing excellence in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The role blends on-site process analysis with off-site data analysis to optimize bottling and production facilities.

You will lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and implement improvements to reduce waste and improve throughput. The ideal candidate has a strong industrial engineering background, Lean Six Sigma experience, and a proven track record

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in process engineering, industrial engineering, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies (certification preferred).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in process modeling software (e.g., Visio) and statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab).
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing and production processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement process improvements using Lean Six Sigma methodologies, Kaizen events, and other continuous improvement tools.
• Design and optimize production workflows, equipment utilization, and facility layouts to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Create and maintain detailed process documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and P&IDs.
• Monitor KPIs related to production efficiency, quality, and waste, and report findings to management.
• Lead and manage process improvement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data interpretation

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Visio

Minitab

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to drive manufacturing excellence in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The role blends on-site process analysis with off-site data analysis to optimize bottling and production facilities.

You will lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and implement improvements to reduce waste and improve throughput. The ideal candidate has a strong industrial engineering background, Lean Six Sigma experience, and a proven track record