Industrial Process Engineer — Lean Optimization Leader

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive

Opportunities for professional develop

Work on impactful projects in a key

A supportive team environment focused

Contribute to operational success

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Experienced Industrial Process Engineer to join our client’s Paarl manufacturing site. You will lead initiatives to optimize processes, reduce waste, and improve product quality through Lean and Six Sigma methods.

In this role you’ll analyze operations, design and implement improved workflows, and collaborate with production, quality and maintenance teams to ensure successful deployment of changes across the facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience applying lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma tools.
• Proficiency in process analysis, problem-solving, and project management.
• Experience with process simulation software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies, waste, and opportunities for improvement.
• Design and implement new or modified processes to increase throughput, improve quality, and reduce costs.
• Develop and optimize standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Utilize lean manufacturing techniques and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers and internal teams on the specification, installation, and validation of new equipment.
• Monitor process performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions for the Paarl facility.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process optimization

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Experienced Industrial Process Engineer to join our client’s Paarl manufacturing site. You will lead initiatives to optimize processes, reduce waste, and improve product quality through Lean and Six Sigma methods.

In this role you’ll analyze operations, design and implement improved workflows, and collaborate with production, quality and maintenance teams to ensure successful deployment of changes across the facility.