Industrial Engineer - Production Systems Design

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 540,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Generous PTO

Professional development

Remote work option

Home office allowance

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, South Africa, seeks an innovative Industrial Engineer to design and optimize production systems for new and existing product lines.

The role emphasizes workflow analysis, layout design, and technology selection to improve productivity, quality, and safety, with a flexible remote work option.

You will collaborate with R&D and manufacturing teams, apply Lean and Six Sigma, and develop SOPs to ensure scalable, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of industrial engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Experience designing production layouts and optimizing workflows.
• Familiar with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma basics.
• CAD for layout design and simulation tools for analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop efficient production layouts with optimal material flow.
• Analyze requirements and capacity to fit business needs.
• Evaluate technologies to boost efficiency and quality.
• Create SOPs and work instructions.
• Conduct time and motion studies to optimize tasks.
• Collaborate with R&D to ensure manufacturability.
• Implement Lean and Six Sigma improvements.
• Collect production data and track performance metrics.
• Ensure designs meet safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic organization in the agricultural technology sector based in Bloemfontein, Free State , is looking for an innovative Industrial Engineer to focus on production systems design and optimization. This role involves the conceptualization, design, and implementation of efficient and scalable production systems for new and existing product lines. You will be instrumental in analyzing workflows, designing layouts, and selecting appropriate technologies to enhance productivity, quality, and safety. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of a forward-thinking company, applying industrial engineering principles to improve manufacturing processes. While the role is based in Bloemfontein, Free State , it offers a remote work option, allowing you to contribute your expertise from a location of your choice. The successful candidate will be a proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating optimal operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop efficient production system layouts, considering material flow, equipment placement, and ergonomic factors.
• Analyze production requirements and capacity constraints to ensure systems meet business needs.
• Evaluate and recommend production technologies and equipment to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Develop process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Conduct time and motion studies to optimize task efficiency and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with R&D and product development teams to ensure manufacturability of new designs.
• Implement process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Collect and analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and track performance metrics.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant safety and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial engineering, with a focus on manufacturing processes and system design.
• Proven experience in designing production layouts and optimizing workflows.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement techniques.
• Proficiency in CAD software for layout design and simulation tools for process analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote teamwork.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of supply chain and logistics principles is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and remote work capability.
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Flexible remote work arrangement.
• Contribution to a retirement fund.
• Opportunity to shape production systems in a growing industry within Bloemfontein, Free State .
• Home office allowance.