Industrial Efficiency Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative environment in Randburg

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Efficiency Engineer to join our Randburg team. The role focuses on improving operations by analyzing production processes, resource use, and workflows to identify savings and productivity gains.

You will apply Lean methods (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping), develop improvement plans, collaborate with production and management, and monitor KPIs to report results. The position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
• 2–4 years' experience in industrial engineering focused on efficiency and process improvement.
• Solid understanding of Lean Six Sigma concepts and practical application.
• Proficiency in data analysis and process modeling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed analyses of manufacturing processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing methods (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping) to streamline operations.
• Develop and execute plans for process improvements to reduce waste and costs.
• Collaborate with production teams and management to implement efficiency initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs for efficiency, productivity, and cost, reporting progress and results.
• Investigate and resolve operational challenges to maintain optimal throughput.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Process modeling

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive Industrial Efficiency Engineer to join their team in Randburg. This role is focused on driving operational improvements by analyzing and optimizing production processes, resource utilization, and workflow management. You will be instrumental in identifying cost‑saving opportunities, enhancing productivity, and ensuring the smooth functioning of manufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer committed to continuous improvement and seeking to make a tangible impact within a key industrial sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed analyses of manufacturing processes, supply chains, and operational workflows to identify inefficiencies.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping) to streamline operations.
• Develop and execute plans for process improvements, focusing on waste reduction and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with production teams, management, and other stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of efficiency initiatives.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to efficiency, productivity, and cost, reporting on progress and results.
• Investigate and resolve operational challenges to maintain optimal workflow and output.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
• 2-4 years of experience in an Industrial Engineering role focused on efficiency and process improvement.
• Solid understanding of Lean Six Sigma concepts and their practical application.
• Proficiency in data analysis and process modeling tools.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation in Randburg.
• Be part of a company dedicated to optimizing industrial performance.