Industrial Engineer - Manufacturing Systems

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Medical aid

Pension fund contribution

State-of-the-art manufacturing tech

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a qualified Industrial Engineer focused on Manufacturing Systems to join their Paarl team. The role centers on designing, implementing, and improving systems that drive manufacturing operations, optimizing production lines, and enabling efficient material flow with advanced technologies.

The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, deep manufacturing knowledge, and a hands-on commitment to operational excellence in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and CAD tools for system design.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information to production teams and management.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement integrated manufacturing systems to optimize production flow, reduce cycle times, and enhance quality.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and areas for process improvement using statistical methods.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and work instructions for manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve operational issues and implement solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend new manufacturing technologies and automation solutions.
• Support the implementation of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives on the shop floor.

Skills

Manufacturing systems

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process simulation

CAD tools

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a qualified Industrial Engineer focused on Manufacturing Systems to join their dedicated team in Paarl . This role is instrumental in designing, implementing, and improving the systems and processes that drive our manufacturing operations. You will work on optimizing production lines, ensuring efficient material flow, and implementing advanced manufacturing technologies. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of manufacturing principles, and a commitment to driving operational excellence within a hands-on environment. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the efficiency and innovation of our core manufacturing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement integrated manufacturing systems to optimize production flow, reduce cycle times, and enhance quality.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and areas for process improvement using statistical methods.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve operational issues and implement solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend new manufacturing technologies and automation solutions.
• Support the implementation of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives on the shop floor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and CAD tools for system design.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to production teams and management.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training in advanced manufacturing techniques.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Pension fund contribution and medical aid.
• Exposure to state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies.