Industrial Engineer - Process Improvement

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 380,000 - 580,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Salary bonus

Medical aid

Provident fund

On-site training

Certifications support

Team events

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Industrial Engineer in Durban to analyze and redesign workflows for efficiency and throughput. You will implement production methodologies, improve product quality, and reduce operational costs in collaboration with production teams.

The role focuses on applying lean principles, conducting time studies, and driving continuous improvement across the facility in a dynamic industrial hub.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related technical field.
• 3–5 years of practical experience in process optimization.
• Strong understanding of lean principles and value stream mapping.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing production processes to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks.
• Design and implement new process flows and SOPs using lean techniques.
• Lead cost-reduction, waste-minimization, and productivity-improvement projects.
• Conduct time and motion studies, ergonomic assessments, and capacity planning.
• Train staff on new procedures and ensure effective adoption.
• Monitor performance of improvements and adjust as needed.

Skills

Process improvement

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen events

Value stream mapping

Time and motion studies

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

Process simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively searching for a dedicated Industrial Engineer with a specialization in process improvement to join their thriving facility in Durban . In this hands-on role, you will be instrumental in analyzing, redesigning, and implementing more efficient workflows and production methodologies. Your expertise will be critical in reducing operational costs, enhancing product quality, and improving overall throughput. You will work closely with production teams to integrate new processes and ensure smooth transitions, contributing directly to the company's competitive edge in the market. This is an exciting chance to apply your engineering skills in a vibrant industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze existing production processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Design and implement new process flows, layouts, and standard operating procedures using lean manufacturing techniques.
• Develop and manage projects focused on cost reduction, waste minimization, and productivity enhancement.
• Conduct time and motion studies, ergonomic assessments, and capacity planning analyses.
• Train production staff on new procedures and best practices to ensure effective adoption.
• Monitor and report on the performance of implemented improvements, making adjustments as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3-5 years of practical experience as an Industrial Engineer, focusing on process optimization.
• Solid understanding and application of lean principles, Kaizen events, and value stream mapping.
• Experience with data collection and statistical analysis for process evaluation.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, and familiarity with process simulation tools.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund benefits.
• On-site training programs and support for professional certifications.
• A dynamic and collaborative working environment.
• Company-sponsored social events and team-building activities.