Industrial Engineer — Hybrid Ops Excellence & Lean

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary and bonuses

Health benefits

Professional growth and training

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks an innovative Industrial Engineer to boost operational efficiency across production and admin. You will analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement practical, cost-effective improvements in a challenging industrial setting.

You'll design layouts, optimize material handling, and develop SOPs while training staff to sustain gains. The role requires a strong analytical mindset and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive productivity and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in operational analysis and process improvement.
• Proficiency with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and optimization tools.
• Strong data analysis, simulation and modeling skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of processes to identify bottlenecks and waste.
• Develop and implement lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives.
• Design and optimize facility layouts, lines, and handling systems.
• Create and maintain SOPs and work instructions.
• Analyze production data to set benchmarks and drive improvements.
• Train staff on new processes to ensure sustainability.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Simulation

Modeling

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks an innovative Industrial Engineer to boost operational efficiency across production and admin. You will analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement practical, cost-effective improvements in a challenging industrial setting.

You'll design layouts, optimize material handling, and develop SOPs while training staff to sustain gains. The role requires a strong analytical mindset and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive productivity and