Industrial Engineering Leader - Hybrid, Process Excellence

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Generous annual leave

Hybrid work arrangement

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Industrial Engineering Manager to lead the engineering function in East London, Eastern Cape. The role combines on-site leadership with remote task management, focusing on process improvements and operational efficiency across the facility.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Industrial Engineering, 8+ years in the field with 3+ in management, and a strong Lean/Six Sigma background.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in industrial engineering with 3+ years in management or supervisory role.
• Experience leading teams and managing departmental operations.
• Strong Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge; process improvement expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the industrial engineering department, including staffing and performance management.
• Develop long-term strategies for operational efficiency, cost reduction, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee design, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes and systems.
• Ensure adherence to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to identify opportunities for process and product innovation.
• Manage capital expenditure projects related to facility upgrades and equipment procurement.
• Set and monitor KPIs for the industrial engineering team and manufacturing operations.
• Champion safety, quality, and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Represent the company in industry forums and professional development activities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Budget management

Project management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Six Sigma

Industrial automation

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Industrial Engineering Manager to lead the engineering function in East London, Eastern Cape. The role combines on-site leadership with remote task management, focusing on process improvements and operational efficiency across the facility.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Industrial Engineering, 8+ years in the field with 3+ in management, and a strong Lean/Six Sigma background.