Industrial Engineering Analyst — Drive Lean Production

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentorship

On-site parking

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks an entry-level Industrial Engineering Analyst to drive data-driven efficiency improvements across production and operations. You will collect data, analyze performance, and support lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughput.

You will work closely with supervisors to implement practical processes, build dashboards, and contribute to cost-saving projects while developing your analytical and problem-solving skills in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in industrial engineering or analytical role.
• Proficiency in Excel/Minitab or similar data tools.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and problem-solving techniques.
• Attention to detail in data collection and reporting.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Internship in industrial/manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Understanding Mossel Bay Western Cape context is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Collect, organize and analyze production data (throughput, cycle times, material usage, quality).
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports for KPIs.
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies via data analysis and observation.
• Suggest and implement lean improvements (5S, VSM).
• Assist in standardizing work procedures and best practices.
• Support new equipment/technology impact analysis on workflow.
• Conduct time and motion studies to optimize tasks and stations.
• Collaborate with supervision to address operational challenges.
• Contribute to cost reduction by waste elimination and resource optimization.
• Present findings and recommendations to management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks an entry-level Industrial Engineering Analyst to drive data-driven efficiency improvements across production and operations. You will collect data, analyze performance, and support lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughput.

You will work closely with supervisors to implement practical processes, build dashboards, and contribute to cost-saving projects while developing your analytical and problem-solving skills in a dynamic