Industrial Engineer (Process Layout & Ergonomics)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career growth

Comprehensive benefits

Safe workplace

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Industrial Engineer in Mahikeng, North West (ZA) to optimize facility layouts, improve material flow, and enhance workplace ergonomics. The role combines on-site analysis with remote planning and reporting to boost productivity, safety, and employee well-being.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in facility design, lean principles, and human factors engineering, collaborating with production, safety, and HR to implement ergonomic solutions in a electronics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field, with emphasis on ergonomics or human factors.
• 4+ years in industrial engineering with strong exposure to facility layout and ergonomics.
• Proficiency in CAD tools for layout design (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize plant layouts to improve material flow and efficiency.
• Analyse workstation designs to improve ergonomics and reduce injury risk.
• Implement lean principles like 5S and cellular manufacturing.
• Conduct time-and-motion studies to establish standard work times.

Skills

Ergonomics knowledge

Lean manufacturing

Time and motion studies

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a diversified manufacturing company specializing in consumer electronics, is seeking an Industrial Engineer with a focus on Process Layout and Ergonomics. This role is situated in **Mahikeng, North West, ZA**, and operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring dedicated time on-site for practical analysis and implementation, alongside remote planning and reporting. You will be responsible for optimizing facility layouts, improving material flow, and enhancing workplace ergonomics to boost productivity, safety, and employee well-being. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of facility design, lean principles, and human factors engineering. You will play a vital role in creating a more efficient, safe, and comfortable working environment for the production teams. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your engineering skills in a practical, impactful setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize plant layouts to improve material flow and operational efficiency.
• Analyse workstation designs and processes to improve ergonomics and reduce the risk of injury.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles such as 5S and cellular manufacturing.
• Conduct time and motion studies to establish standard work times and identify inefficiencies.
• Utilize CAD software for layout design and simulation.
• Develop and document best practices for workplace organization and safety.
• Collaborate with production, safety officers, and HR to implement ergonomic solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend equipment and tooling changes to improve workflow and operator comfort.
• Participate in new product introduction processes to ensure efficient line setup.
• Monitor and report on key metrics related to layout efficiency and ergonomic improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field with an emphasis on ergonomics or human factors.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial engineering, with significant exposure to facility layout and ergonomics.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for layout design.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application to layout and flow.
• Knowledge of ergonomic assessment tools and methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, requiring regular on-site presence at the **Mahikeng, North West, ZA** facility.
• Experience in the electronics manufacturing sector is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on practical implementation.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Hybrid work flexibility with essential on-site engagement.
• Opportunities to shape the physical workspace and improve working conditions.
• Career growth in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Contribution to a safer and more productive workplace.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative team.