Industrial Engineer - Lean Manufacturing

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Professional development

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a results-driven Industrial Engineer specializing in Lean Manufacturing to join our Mahikeng team. This role focuses on driving efficiency, eliminating waste, and boosting productivity across manufacturing operations.

You will implement lean principles, optimize workflows, and foster a culture of continuous improvement, requiring strong analytical skills and a track record of successful lean initiatives in a manufacturing context in the North West province.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience implementing lean in an industrial setting.
• Proven success in leading Kaizen events and CI projects.
• Strong Lean tools knowledge and their application.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with process mapping and data analysis is essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to identify waste and apply lean solutions.
• Develop strategies to improve workflow, reduce lead times, and optimize inventory.
• Train and mentor staff on lean concepts and best practices.
• Establish and monitor KPIs related to lean and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure lean tools enhance productivity, quality, and safety in the plant.

Skills

Kaizen facilitation

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-driven Industrial Engineer specializing in Lean Manufacturing to join their team in Mahikeng. This role is critical for driving efficiency, eliminating waste, and improving productivity across all manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for implementing lean principles, optimizing workflows, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is passionate about operational excellence, possesses strong analytical skills, and has a proven ability to implement successful lean initiatives within a manufacturing context in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to identify waste (muda) and implement lean solutions such as 5S, Kaizen events, and value stream mapping.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve workflow, reduce lead times, and optimize inventory levels.
• Train and mentor production staff on lean manufacturing concepts and best practices.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to lean implementation and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement projects and sustain gains achieved.
• Ensure the effective application of lean tools to enhance productivity, quality, and safety within the plant.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience implementing lean manufacturing principles in an industrial environment.
• Demonstrated success in leading and facilitating Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing tools, methodologies, and their application.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with process mapping and data analysis is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and lean certification training.
• A dynamic and engaging work environment focused on operational excellence.
• A key role impacting manufacturing efficiency in Mahikeng.