Industrial Engineer

Manpower Sa (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower Sa (Pty) Ltd in Cape Town seeks an Industrial Engineer (Projects) to drive capital and continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing setting. You will partner with production, engineering, quality and supply chain to implement end-to-end projects from concept through completion.

This role requires a degree in Industrial Engineering and about five years of relevant experience, with hands-on process optimisation, exposure to Lean/Six Sigma, and strong data-driven

Qualifications

• BEng / BSc / BTech in Industrial Engineering (Degree preferred)
• Approximately 5 years’ relevant experience in FMCG, food production, or manufacturing
• Proven experience in a project-based or project implementation role
• Strong understanding of process optimisation, production systems, and operational workflows
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement frameworks
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and support end-to-end project implementation, from concept through to execution and post-implementation review
• Analyse existing processes to identify efficiency improvements, cost reductions, and productivity gains
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, quality, and supply chain
• Develop and optimise process flows, layouts, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes
• Utilise data analysis and reporting to support decision-making and track performance improvements

Skills

Project Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

BEng / BSc / BTech in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Industrial Engineer (Projects) FMCG / Food Production / Manufacturing |
Are you an analytical, solutions-driven Industrial Engineer with a passion for operational excellence? We are looking for a hands-on professional to join a dynamic manufacturing environment where you will play a pivotal role in driving efficiency, improving processes, and delivering impactful capital and continuous improvement projects from concept through to completion.
About the Role
Working closely with cross-functional teams across production, engineering, quality, and supply chain, you will be responsible for identifying opportunities for improvement, optimising workflows, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys making a tangible difference on the floor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support end-to-end project implementation, from concept through to execution and post-implementation review
• Analyse existing processes to identify efficiency improvements, cost reductions, and productivity gains
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, quality, and supply chain
• Develop and optimise process flows, layouts, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes
• Utilise data analysis and reporting to support decision-making and track performance improvements

Requirements:

• BEng / BSc / BTech in Industrial Engineering or related field (Degree preferred, BTech only with suitable seniority and expertise)
• Approximately 5 years’ relevant experience, preferably within FMCG, food production, or manufacturing
• Proven experience in a project-based or project implementation role
• Strong understanding of process optimisation, production systems, and operational workflows
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement frameworks
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills

Key Attributes:

• Hands-on, practical, and solutions-orientated
• Strong communicator with the ability to influence across teams
• Highly organised with strong project coordination skills
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced production environment

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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