Industrial Engineer - Production Planning and Control

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement fund

Professional growth

Training and development

Generous PTO

Safe work environment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to lead production planning and control functions, ensuring timely execution of production schedules, optimizing resources, and maintaining high output.

You will develop production plans, monitor progress, resolve deviations, and implement strategies to improve efficiency. The role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of MRP/ERP (SAP/Oracle), and excellent cross‑functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years in industrial engineering focused on production planning, scheduling, or control.
• Strong knowledge of production planning methodologies and MRP/ERP systems (SAP/Oracle).
• Experience with production scheduling software and techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, with strong Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional teams.
• Understanding lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Ability to analyze complex production systems and develop practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain production planning and scheduling systems.
• Analyze requirements, capacity constraints, and material availability to create optimal plans.
• Monitor progress, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and operations to ensure timely materials.
• Utilize planning software and ERP to manage and track production orders.
• Develop strategies to improve efficiency, reduce lead times, and minimize WIP.
• Analyze data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare regular reports on performance and forecasts for management.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for system reliability and output.

Skills

MRP/ERP systems

SAP

Oracle ERP

Excel

Data analysis

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Production scheduling

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key manufacturer in the mining equipment sector located in Polokwane , is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to lead their production planning and control functions. This role is vital for ensuring the efficient and timely execution of production schedules, optimizing resource allocation, and maintaining high levels of output. You will be responsible for developing robust production plans, monitoring progress, identifying and resolving deviations, and implementing strategies to improve overall production system performance. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of production methodologies, and excellent coordination abilities. This position offers a significant opportunity to impact operational efficiency in a critical industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive production planning and scheduling systems.
• Analyze production requirements, capacity constraints, and material availability to create optimal production plans.
• Monitor production progress against schedules, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and operations teams to ensure timely material availability and smooth workflow.
• Utilize production planning software and ERP systems to manage and track production orders.
• Develop and implement strategies for improving production efficiency, reducing lead times, and minimizing work-in-progress inventory.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare regular reports on production performance, key metrics, and forecast updates for management.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall production system reliability and output.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial engineering, specifically focused on production planning, scheduling, or control.
• Strong knowledge of production planning methodologies, MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Experience with production scheduling software and techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, with strong Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Ability to analyze complex production systems and develop practical solutions.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and a retirement fund.
• This role in Polokwane provides the chance to work in a key industrial sector with opportunities for professional growth.
• The company supports ongoing training and development.
• Generous paid time off is included.
• Our client is committed to fostering a productive and safe work environment, valuing employee contributions and well-being.
• Opportunities for career progression within the organization are available.