Industrial Engineer (Jhb)

MVG Recruitment Specialists; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Industrial Engineer in Cape Town to join a dynamic team focused on operational excellence. The role includes project management, Kaizen, and data analytics. Candidates should have a BSc/BEng in Industrial Engineering, 4 years of experience in FMCG, and strong analytical skills. This position offers a great platform for future leaders in the industry.

Qualifications

• 4 years experience within an FMCG environment.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma / Kaizen.
• Strong analytical, communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional projects and track milestones.
• Participate in Kaizen workshops and process mapping.
• Analyze operational data and build performance dashboards.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement

Industrial Engineering

Value Stream Mapping

Warehouse Management System

AutoCAD

Kaizen

Education

BSc / BEng in Industrial Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Introduction

Projects Analytics & Innovation! Are you a curious data‑driven problem solver ready to shape operational excellence in FMCG? We’re looking for an Industrial Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on driving efficiency, innovation and continuous improvement. This hands‑on role blends project management, Kaizen, data analytics and business process engineering – ideal for a recent graduate eager to make an impact.

Key Focus Areas

• Support cross‑functional projects and track milestones
• Participate in Kaizen workshops and process mapping
• Analyze operational data and build performance dashboards
• Contribute to digital transformation and process innovation

Requirements

• BSc / BEng in Industrial Engineering (or equivalent)
• 4 years experience within an FMCG environment
• Certified Lean Six Sigma / Kaizen
• Daily use of data tools (Excel, Power BI, SQL) advantageous
• Strong analytical, communication and collaboration skills

This is a launchpad for future leaders in FMCG operations – fast‑paced, insight‑led and innovation‑focused.

Key Skills

• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Continuous Improvement
• GM Vehicles
• Lean
• Industrial Engineering
• Value Stream Mapping
• Assembly Experience
• Warehouse Management System
• AutoCAD
• Kaizen
• Manufacturing