Industrial Engineer - Process Design

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay seeks an Industrial Engineer specializing in process design to design, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes and systems. You will create more efficient, cost-effective, and safer production methods, using simulation tools and lean principles.

The role blends on-site collaboration with remote flexibility, offering opportunities for continuous improvement and professional development within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Strong background in process design and optimization.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize manufacturing processes, workflows, and equipment layouts to enhance efficiency and throughput.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed process changes and new technologies.
• Develop detailed process flow diagrams, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Utilize simulation software to model and test process designs before implementation.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of new processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment.

Skills

Process design

Lean manufacturing

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Visio

Arena

AnyLogic

Job description

Our client is seeking a talented Industrial Engineer specializing in Process Design to join their team in Mossel Bay . This role is essential for designing, evaluating, and improving manufacturing processes and systems. You will focus on creating more efficient, cost-effective, and safer production methods. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of manufacturing principles, simulation tools, and a passion for continuous improvement. This position offers a blend of on-site collaboration and the flexibility to work remotely, contributing to innovative process solutions that drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize manufacturing processes, workflows, and equipment layouts to enhance efficiency and throughput.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed process changes and new technologies.
• Develop detailed process flow diagrams, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions.
• Utilize simulation software to model and test process designs before implementation.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of new processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a strong focus on process design and optimization.
• Proficiency in process mapping tools (e.g., Visio) and simulation software (e.g., Arena, AnyLogic).
• Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles and quality management systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills to articulate complex technical information to various stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• A stimulating work environment with opportunities to innovate.