Industrial Engineer - Manufacturing Systems

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary

Professional development

Exposure to diverse manufacturing ops

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking an Industrial Engineer to join our manufacturing team. You will design, implement, and improve systems and processes that drive production efficiency and product quality, collaborating with production, quality control, and management to identify optimization opportunities.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem-solver with a strong grounding in manufacturing principles and a passion for tangible improvements in a demanding industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with process improvement focus.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies and tools.
• Proficiency in CAD software for layout design and process flow analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyse, and improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and facility layouts.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and tools (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping).
• Develop and optimise production scheduling and resource allocation strategies.
• Conduct time and motion studies to establish performance standards.
• Collaborate on new product introductions and process modifications.
• Monitor production output, quality metrics and costs; provide data-driven recommendations.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

CAD software

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Industrial Engineer to join their manufacturing team in Mossel Bay . This role is central to designing, implementing, and improving the systems and processes that drive production efficiency and product quality. You will work closely with production, quality control, and management to identify opportunities for optimization, reduce costs, and enhance overall output. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem-solver with a strong understanding of manufacturing principles and a passion for driving tangible improvements in a demanding industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and facility layouts.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping) to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
• Develop and optimize production scheduling and resource allocation strategies.
• Conduct time and motion studies to establish performance standards and identify areas for productivity gains.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams on new product introductions and process modifications.
• Monitor production output, quality metrics, and costs, providing data-driven recommendations for improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Solid experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on process improvement.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies and tools.
• Proficiency in CAD software for layout design and process flow analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and skills enhancement.
• Exposure to diverse manufacturing operations and technologies.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Mossel Bay .
• Contribution to the success of a leading industrial enterprise.