Industrial Engineering Analyst

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive health and wellness

On-the-job training and development

Collaborative and learning-oriented

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Industrial Engineering Analyst in Upington. This hybrid role combines on-site meetings and remote data analysis and documentation, supporting ongoing improvement initiatives.

You will collect and analyze production data, create dashboards, and help map processes to boost efficiency and reduce costs. Ideal for entry-to-mid-level professionals eager to grow in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management or related field.
• 1-3 years of analytical experience or entry-level IE role.
• Advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to identify trends.
• Support development and implementation of process improvements.
• Create reports, dashboards to visualize performance.
• Assist in process mapping and documentation.
• Conduct time studies and workflow analyses for improvement projects.
• Collaborate with production and operations to gain insights.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Industrial Engineering Analyst to join their team in Upington . This hybrid role is designed for an individual passionate about leveraging data and analytical techniques to improve operational processes and efficiency. You will work on-site for key meetings and collaborative sessions, while also having the flexibility to work remotely on data analysis and documentation. Your responsibilities will include collecting and analyzing operational data, identifying trends, and contributing to the development of process improvements that enhance productivity and reduce costs. This is a great entry-to-mid-level opportunity to develop your industrial engineering skills in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational and production data to identify trends and inefficiencies.
• Assist in the development and implementation of process improvements and optimization initiatives.
• Create reports, charts, and dashboards to visualize performance data and communicate findings.
• Support the industrial engineering team in process mapping and documentation efforts.
• Conduct time studies and workflow analyses to gather data for improvement projects.
• Collaborate with production and operations staff to understand current processes and gather insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in an analytical role or an entry-level industrial engineering position.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills for teamwork and reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Hybrid work model for flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development.
• A collaborative and learning-oriented work culture.