Industrial Engineer: Lean Ops & Continuous Improvement

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 960,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Training opportunities

Paid annual leave

Safe work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks an experienced Industrial Engineer to streamline plant operations, improve efficiency, and uphold safety standards in a heavy industry setting.

You will analyze workflows, identify bottlenecks, and implement data-driven improvements using Lean and Six Sigma, collaborating with plant management to deliver measurable productivity and cost gains. A hands-on role with exposure to large-scale operations and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years in industrial engineering, preferably heavy industry/manufacturing.
• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma; certification is a plus.
• Proficiency with process mapping, simulation software, and data tools (Excel, Minitab).
• Strong understanding of plant operations, material flow, and scheduling.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective cross-department collaboration and communication.
• Project management experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assess current plant operations and identify inefficiencies in production, maintenance, and material handling.
• Develop and implement Lean/Six Sigma process improvements.
• Design and optimize layouts and workflows for material/personnel flow.
• Conduct time and motion studies to boost productivity.
• Use data to track KPIs and provide actionable insights.
• Develop SOPs for operational consistency.
• Collaborate on new equipment integration and process upgrades.
• Prepare reports on performance and progress.
• Lead cross-functional teams on operational excellence.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Excel

Minitab

Process mapping

Team collaboration

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Simulation software

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks an experienced Industrial Engineer to streamline plant operations, improve efficiency, and uphold safety standards in a heavy industry setting.

You will analyze workflows, identify bottlenecks, and implement data-driven improvements using Lean and Six Sigma, collaborating with plant management to deliver measurable productivity and cost gains. A hands-on role with exposure to large-scale operations and continuous improvement.