Industrial Engineer - Lean Manufacturing Specialist

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Industrial Engineer specializing in Lean Manufacturing for its George operations. The role focuses on enhancing efficiency, reducing waste, and embedding lean culture across all production lines.

You will implement Kaizen events, Six Sigma projects, and Value Stream Mapping to sustain improvements and deliver tangible results for the Western Cape region.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Experience with Kaizen events, Six Sigma projects, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Proven track record in process optimization and waste reduction.

Responsibilities

• Implement and sustain lean methodologies across production lines.
• Lead Kaizen events and Six Sigma projects to drive efficiency.
• Map value streams and identify opportunities for waste reduction.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen events

Six Sigma

Value Stream Mapping

Process optimization

Analytical mindset

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the consumer goods manufacturing industry, is actively recruiting for an Industrial Engineer with a specialization in Lean Manufacturing principles. This position, located in **George** is crucial for enhancing operational efficiency and reducing waste across all production lines. The successful candidate will be tasked with implementing and sustaining lean methodologies, including Kaizen events, Six Sigma projects, and Value Stream Mapping. This role requires a deep understanding of continuous improvement techniques and the ability to foster a culture of efficiency throughout the organization. We are looking for a proactive individual who can drive tangible results and contribute to the sustained success of our client's operations in the **Western Cape** region. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset and a proven track record in process optimization.