Industrial Engineer - Quality & Process Improvement (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement fund contributions

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer to drive quality and process improvement at their East London operation in the Eastern Cape. The role combines on-site duties with remote flexibility in a hybrid schedule.

You will analyze processes, implement SPC and FMEA, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to boost product quality and efficiency. Collaboration with production, quality assurance, and engineering teams is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial engineering with a focus on quality control and process improvement.
• Proven experience with SPC, FMEA, and other quality management tools.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Proficient in data analysis software (e.g., Minitab, Excel) and process mapping tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to identify defects and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and implement SPC methods to monitor manufacturing processes.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to ensure standards and specifications are met.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventative measures.
• Assist in design and optimization of layouts and workflows.
• Develop and maintain process documentation including control plans and FMEAs.
• Train production personnel on new processes and quality standards.
• Stay current with industry best practices in quality management.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Process mapping tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer to drive quality and process improvement at their East London operation in the Eastern Cape. The role combines on-site duties with remote flexibility in a hybrid schedule.

You will analyze processes, implement SPC and FMEA, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to boost product quality and efficiency. Collaboration with production, quality assurance, and engineering teams is essential for success.