Industrial Engineer - Operations & Efficiency

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Industrial Engineer to join their operations team in Tembisa. The role blends on-site and remote work to analyze, design, and improve integrated systems of people, materials, information, equipment, and energy.

You will optimize production processes, enhance workplace efficiency, and ensure cost-effectiveness, requiring strong analytical能力 and practical application across hybrid work settings in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 2–5 years of industrial engineering or manufacturing experience.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in CAD software and process mapping tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication for effective collaboration between on-site and remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate production processes to identify efficiency, safety, and quality gains.
• Develop and implement optimized layouts for facilities and workstations.
• Conduct work measurement studies and develop SOPs.
• Use simulation and modeling tools to test process changes before implementation.
• Collaborate with production staff and management to implement improvements and training.
• Analyze production data to track KPIs and identify trends.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Process mapping tools

Simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a motivated Industrial Engineer to join their operations team in Tembisa. This hybrid role is crucial for analyzing, designing, and improving integrated systems of people, materials, information, equipment, and energy. You will play a key role in optimizing production processes, enhancing workplace efficiency, and ensuring cost-effectiveness. This position requires a blend of analytical prowess and practical application, working both on-site to understand operational realities and remotely to develop strategic improvements. You will be part of a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovation and operational excellence in the manufacturing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate production processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Develop and implement optimized layouts for manufacturing facilities and workstations.
• Conduct work measurement studies and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Utilize simulation and modeling tools to test process changes before implementation.
• Collaborate with production staff and management to implement process improvements and provide training.
• Analyze production data to track key performance indicators and identify trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.
• 2-5 years of experience in an industrial engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in CAD software and process mapping tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration between on-site and remote teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.