Industrial Engineer - Production Systems

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional growth

Challenging environment

Strategic projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit (Mbombela) seeks an experienced Industrial Engineer with a production-systems focus to join our operations team and drive design, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes on the shop floor.

You will analyze processes, develop layouts, conduct time and motion studies, and collaborate with production staff and management to implement changes. The role also involves creating SOPs and reporting on KPIs to support operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial engineering with a focus on production systems.
• Proficiency in process simulation software, CAD tools, and data analysis techniques.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current production processes and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
• Design, develop, and implement new production systems, layouts, and workflows.
• Conduct time and motion studies, ergonomic analyses, and bottleneck assessments.
• Collaborate with production staff, supervisors, and management to implement process changes effectively.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials for production personnel.
• Monitor production performance metrics and provide regular reports on key indicators and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

CAD tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Industrial Engineer with a specialization in production systems to join their operations team in Nelspruit . This role is instrumental in designing, implementing, and continuously improving the systems and processes that drive our manufacturing output. You will be responsible for enhancing efficiency, ensuring quality, and optimizing resource utilization within our production facilities. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical capabilities, a deep understanding of manufacturing operations, and a passion for driving operational excellence on the shop floor. This position offers a significant opportunity to impact production efficiency and contribute to the success of a growing company.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze current production processes and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
• Design, develop, and implement new production systems, layouts, and workflows.
• Conduct time and motion studies, ergonomic analyses, and bottleneck assessments.
• Collaborate with production staff, supervisors, and management to implement process changes effectively.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials for production personnel.
• Monitor production performance metrics and provide regular reports on key indicators and improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial engineering , with a focus on production systems and manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in process simulation software, CAD tools, and data analysis techniques.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse teams.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance, retirement plan, and other benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment within a leading industry player.
• Potential for involvement in strategic operational projects.