Industrial Engineer

ExecutivePlacements.com; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer for a client in Gqeberha, South Africa. This role involves planning and optimizing production systems to enhance productivity. Candidates should possess a National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, along with 5 to 10 years of experience in the field, particularly in production environments. Strong skills in project management and knowledge of SAP are essential. Competitive salary is negotiable.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years experience in relevant fields.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in production.
• Knowledge of Lean methodologies and project management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimize production systems.
• Ensure continuous improvement of operations.
• Evaluate production KPIs for decision-making.

Skills

Project management

Manufacturing processes

Lean knowledge

Intercultural competence

Education

National Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP EP1/S4

Job description

Industrial Engineer

Recruiter: Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref: PE006398/AS

Date posted: Friday, January 9, 2026

Location: Gqeberha, South Africa

Salary: Negotiable

SUMMARY: Our client in the automotive industry is looking to employ an Industrial Engineer in Gqeberha who will be responsible for planning and optimizing production systems by applying systematic approaches to boost productivity and profitability.

POSITION INFO

Duties

• Responsible for planning and optimizing production systems by applying systematic approaches to boost productivity and profitability.
• Ensure the continuous improvement of operations across the value stream.
• Plan, analyze and optimize the production system.
• Create and maintain IE master data (e.g. Routing, BOM, Workcenter).
• Coordinate cross-functional projects across the entire value stream related to process improvements, change management and product launches.
• Evaluate production KPIs for continuous improvement and to guide decision-making (e.g. OEE, TEEP, etc.).
• Perform product cost calculations.
• Implement workplace design through time and motion studies (e.g. MTM, REFA).
• Plan and manage capacity and investment planning.
• Create and maintain P-FMEA.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field
• 5 to 10 Years experience
• 5 years of professional experience in production (IE, MP, SCM)
• Experience in project management
• Strong affinity for manufacturing processes, especially in serial production environments
• Social and intercultural competence
• Knowledge in Lean as well as good knowledge in project management
• Very good knowledge of SAP EP1/S4