Industrial Engineer - Quality & Efficiency

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performancebonu

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development and quality培训

Paid time off and company holidays

Quality-focused work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer focused on quality and efficiency in East London, South Africa. The role centers on analyzing workflows, implementing quality controls, and driving continuous improvement to minimize defects and maximize productivity.

You will lead root-cause analysis, optimize layouts, and collaborate with the QA team to meet ISO 9001 standards, while leveraging Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to sustain excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in Industrial Engineering with focus on quality improvement and efficiency.
• Experience with quality management systems (ISO 9001) and SPC.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to identify root causes of quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and reduce production costs.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for quality and efficiency metrics.
• Collaborate with quality assurance to ensure standards compliance.
• Design and optimize manufacturing layouts and material flow to improve productivity.
• Implement Lean and Six Sigma to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SPC

ISO 9001

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Industrial Engineer focused on Quality and Efficiency to join their operational team in East London . This role is vital for ensuring that production processes not only meet high standards of output but also uphold stringent quality benchmarks. You will analyze workflows, implement quality control measures, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to minimize defects and maximize operational effectiveness. This position requires a meticulous approach, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to excellence in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to identify root causes of quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance overall operational efficiency and reduce production costs.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for both quality and efficiency metrics.
• Collaborate with the quality assurance team to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
• Design and optimize manufacturing layouts and material flow to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing principles and tools to drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an Industrial Engineering role, with a significant focus on quality improvement and efficiency.
• Proven experience with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and statistical process control (SPC).
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities for cross-functional collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and quality certification training.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• A work environment committed to high standards of quality and operational excellence.