Industrial Engineering Lead

Staff Solutions; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Pietermaritzburg is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee project implementations, manage cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in the manufacturing sector. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in the automotive industry, possess a diploma in industrial engineering, and be proficient in lean principles and quality management. This position offers an opportunity to lead critical projects that enhance productivity and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years relevant experience preferably in the Automotive Industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, execution, and closing of implementation projects.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for successful project delivery.
• Implement and manage manufacturing improvements.
• Comply with SHEMS procedures.

Skills

Project Management

Lean Principles

Problem Solving

Quality Management

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Diploma in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Project Management :

• Oversee the planning, execution, and closing of MPTs implementation projects.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Conduct project risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and manage expectations.
• Adhere SLA’s requirements and specifications to understand business requirements.
• Ensure adherence to project and timing plan in line with product development timing programs

Elimination of Waste :

• Implement and manage manufacturing improvements in line with delegated projects.
• Driving the business manufacturing excellence strategy by deploying lean principles in line with agreed projects.
• Identify, evaluate & implement improvement idea that result in tangible improvements in productivity, elimination of waste and deliver the objectives set out in the 4 pillar strategy
• Effective management and deployment of resource in line with delegated areas and projects
• Review PQs Monthly

Continuous improvement :

• Manage A3 problem solving activity to eliminate waste & improve production within areas of control
• Manage ME data
• Manage continuous improvement projects

5s and Safety / Environment :

• Comply with SHEMS procedures & requirements.
• Manage and improve 5s in the plant according to the 5s Audit sheet
• Manage and improve safety within the working area and meet safety targets for that area

Quality :

• Implement & uphold quality standards to reduce defects within the plant, as per targets defined by the quality control board
• Quality Management : Engage with internal / external customers and respond to concerns / requests raised by the customer.
• Part Quality : Responsible for delegated elements of APQP process.

Job Requirements :

• 3-5 years relevant experience preferably in the Automotive Industry
• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Diploma : Industrial Engineering