Industrial Engineer - Continuous Improvement

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 959,000 - 1,599,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Fully remote work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer focused on continuous improvement to join a fully remote team. You will lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to drive operational excellence, efficiency, and cost savings across the organization.

The role emphasizes analyzing processes, implementing improvements, and training staff to foster a culture of ongoing optimization in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related technical field.
• 3–5 years of experience in industrial engineering or process improvement roles.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles knowledge; Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
• Analyze processes to identify waste and inefficiencies for optimization.
• Develop and implement process improvement projects from concept to completion.
• Conduct workshops and training to promote continuous improvement culture.
• Measure and report impact of improvement initiatives with tangible results.
• Collaborate with departments to drive best practices.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Facilitation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Industrial Engineer focused on continuous improvement to join their fully remote team. This role is dedicated to identifying and implementing process enhancements that drive operational excellence, efficiency, and cost savings across the organization. You will leverage your expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to foster a culture of ongoing improvement and innovation. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical and proactive engineer to make a significant impact from anywhere, contributing to strategic operational enhancements without the need for a physical office presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.


• Analyze existing processes to identify waste, inefficiencies, and areas for optimization.


• Develop and implement process improvement projects, from concept to completion.


• Conduct workshops and training sessions to promote a culture of continuous improvement among staff.


• Measure and report on the impact of improvement initiatives, ensuring tangible results.


• Collaborate with various departments to identify opportunities and drive best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.


• 3-5 years of experience in industrial engineering or process improvement roles.


• Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles (e.g., Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred).


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.


• Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.


• Proven ability to work independently and effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-driven bonus structure.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Generous paid time off and flexible work hours.


• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.


• A dynamic, fully remote work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration.