Industrial Engineer - Facility Layout and Logistics

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Industrial Engineer in Randburg to optimize facility layouts and logistics, enhancing material flow and overall throughput. The role focuses on designing efficient layouts, improving handling systems, and driving cost reductions across plant operations.

Candidate should bring 7+ years in industrial engineering, CAD and simulation skills (AutoCAD, Arena/FlexSim), and a strong lean manufacturing background to ensure compliant, scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial engineering with focus on facility layout, material handling, and logistics.
• Experience designing and optimizing manufacturing or warehouse layouts.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD).
• Experience with simulation software (Arena, FlexSim) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application to facility design.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and spatial reasoning skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with diverse teams.
• Knowledge of warehousing and inventory management principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and optimize facility layouts to improve material flow, workspace utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement improved material handling systems and strategies.
• Analyze and optimize internal logistics processes, including receiving, storage, and internal movement of goods.
• Utilize CAD software to create and modify facility layouts and process flow diagrams.
• Conduct simulation studies to evaluate the impact of layout and logistics changes.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and safety teams to ensure layouts meet functional and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities for automation in material handling and logistics operations.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for facility logistics and material flow.
• Support planning and execution of facility expansions or modifications.
• Contribute to cost reduction and efficiency improvement initiatives within facility layout and logistics.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Arena

FlexSim

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing industrial manufacturing company based in **Randburg, Gauteng, ZA**, is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to specialize in Facility Layout and Logistics. This critical role will involve optimizing the design and flow of our manufacturing facilities to maximize efficiency, minimize waste, and improve overall throughput. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing innovative facility layouts, improving material handling systems, and streamlining logistics operations within the plant. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in a challenging and impactful role within the **Randburg** area.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and optimize facility layouts to improve material flow, workspace utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement improved material handling systems and strategies.
• Analyze and optimize internal logistics processes, including receiving, storage, and internal movement of goods.
• Utilize CAD software to create and modify facility layouts and process flow diagrams.
• Conduct simulation studies to evaluate the impact of layout and logistics changes.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and safety teams to ensure layouts meet functional and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities for automation in material handling and logistics operations.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for facility logistics and material flow.
• Support the planning and execution of facility expansions or modifications.
• Contribute to cost reduction and efficiency improvement initiatives within the scope of facility layout and logistics in **Randburg, Gauteng, ZA**.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a strong specialization in facility layout, material handling, and logistics.
• Proven experience in designing and optimizing manufacturing or warehouse layouts.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) for layout design.
• Experience with simulation software (e.g., Arena, FlexSim) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application to facility design.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and spatial reasoning skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with diverse teams.
• Knowledge of warehousing and inventory management principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Must be able to work full-time on-site in **Randburg, Gauteng, ZA**.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, a retirement fund, and excellent opportunities for professional development.
• Employees benefit from a collaborative work environment, involvement in significant facility improvement projects, and generous paid time off.
• This role is located in **Randburg, Gauteng, ZA**.