Industrial Engineer - Production Planning

Placements24; Kempton Park; Híbrido; ZAR 420.000 - 640.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Medical and retirement benefits

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer to join the operations team in a hybrid capacity in Tembisa. You will enhance production planning and scheduling, optimize resource allocation, and reduce downtime by applying lean principles and continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams, design better plant layouts, and train staff on new procedures to boost performance and efficiency. A strong analytical mindset and ERP/MES familiarity are valued.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Experience in production planning, scheduling and process improvement in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Experience with ERP/MES is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and optimize production schedules to meet demand forecasts and operational targets.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions for improved throughput.
• Implement and maintain lean manufacturing principles, including 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping.
• Collaborate with supply chain and logistics teams to ensure efficient material flow and inventory management.
• Design and improve plant layouts and workstations for optimal ergonomics and efficiency.
• Train production staff on new procedures and best practices for improved operational performance.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Production planning

Scheduling

Lean manufacturing

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Herramientas

ERP systems

MES

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client seeks a detail-oriented Industrial Engineer to join their operations team in Tembisa. This role is crucial for enhancing production planning and scheduling, ensuring efficient resource allocation and minimizing downtime. You will work closely with manufacturing and supply chain teams to streamline operations, implement lean manufacturing principles, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This hybrid position offers a balance of on-site collaboration and the flexibility to work remotely on designated days, fostering a productive and engaged work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize production schedules to meet demand forecasts and operational targets.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and implement solutions for improved throughput.
• Implement and maintain lean manufacturing principles, including 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping.
• Collaborate with supply chain and logistics teams to ensure efficient material flow and inventory management.
• Design and improve plant layouts and workstations for optimal ergonomics and efficiency.
• Train production staff on new procedures and best practices for improved operational performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, and process improvement within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools and methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• A collaborative team environment focused on operational excellence.