Industrial Engineer - Lean Ops & Efficiency (Bloemfontein)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Career advancement

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a proactive Industrial Engineer focused on improving operational efficiency. You will analyze production, logistics, and processes to identify inefficiencies, model data-driven improvements, and drive changes that boost productivity and quality.

The role requires 3+ years of experience, a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering, and strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in industrial engineering or operations analysis.
• Solid understanding of lean principles, process mapping, and performance metrics.
• Proficiency in using data analysis tools and simulation software.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate current operational procedures and workflows to identify opportunities for optimization.
• Implement lean manufacturing techniques and principles to minimize waste and maximize resource utilization.
• Conduct detailed analyses of production capacity, equipment uptime, and labor efficiency.
• Design and recommend improvements to plant layout, material handling systems, and workstation design.
• Develop and implement performance measurement systems to track key operational metrics.
• Collaborate with production staff and management to ensure successful implementation of process changes.

Skills

Lean principles

Process mapping

Performance metrics

Data analysis tools

Simulation software

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Simulation software

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a proactive Industrial Engineer focused on improving operational efficiency. You will analyze production, logistics, and processes to identify inefficiencies, model data-driven improvements, and drive changes that boost productivity and quality.

The role requires 3+ years of experience, a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering, and strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.