Industrial Process Analyst

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a meticulous Industrial Process Analyst to identify inefficiencies and develop data-backed strategies for operational improvement. The role focuses on analyzing processes, gathering performance data, and recommending solutions to reduce costs and enhance quality.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid grounding in industrial engineering principles, with experience in Excel, SQL, and BI tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• 2-4 years of experience in process analysis or industrial engineering.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, SQL) and BI tools (Power BI or Tableau).
• Strong understanding of process mapping and Lean principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills for non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing production and operational processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Collect and interpret performance data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for optimization.
• Develop recommendations for process changes, including cost-benefit analyses.
• Document current state processes and design future state process flows.
• Collaborate with operational teams to implement approved process improvements.
• Monitor the effectiveness of implemented changes and provide feedback for refinement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Lean principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and results-driven Industrial Process Analyst to join their team in Polokwane . This role is integral to identifying operational inefficiencies and developing data-backed strategies for improvement. You will analyze current processes, gather performance data, and recommend practical solutions that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve overall quality. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and a solid understanding of industrial engineering principles. This position offers a great opportunity to contribute to operational excellence within a company committed to leveraging data for strategic decision-making and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze existing production and operational processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Collect and interpret performance data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for optimization.
• Develop recommendations for process changes, including cost-benefit analyses.
• Document current state processes and design future state process flows.
• Collaborate with operational teams to implement approved process improvements.
• Monitor the effectiveness of implemented changes and provide feedback for further refinement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering , Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• 2-4 years of experience in process analysis, industrial engineering, or a related role.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and preferably Power BI or Tableau.
• Strong understanding of process mapping and Lean principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to explain technical findings to non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with regular performance reviews.
• Comprehensive health insurance plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning new analytical techniques.
• A collaborative work environment focused on data-driven decision-making.
• Paid annual leave and other company benefits.