Industrial Process Optimization Engineer – Centurion

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

On-site parking

Safety equipment provided

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Industrial Engineer with a specialization in Process Optimization to join our Centurion team. You will analyze existing systems, drive process improvements, and collaborate with production teams to boost productivity and quality.

With a focus on Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma, you will design efficient layouts, conduct time studies, and mentor staff on best practices while evaluating new technologies to strengthen operational capabilities across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in industrial engineering with focus on process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge; certification is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing and operational workflows to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
• Develop and implement process improvement strategies using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Design and optimize factory layouts and production lines for efficiency and safety.
• Conduct time studies and capacity planning to set realistic production targets.
• Create and maintain SOPs and work instructions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement process changes.
• Use data analysis and statistical tools to monitor performance and trends.
• Train and mentor staff on new processes and best practices.
• Evaluate new technologies or equipment to enhance operations.
• Prepare reports on performance, improvements, and cost savings.

Skills

Industrial engineering

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD

Simulation software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Industrial Engineer with a specialization in Process Optimization to join our Centurion team. You will analyze existing systems, drive process improvements, and collaborate with production teams to boost productivity and quality.

With a focus on Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma, you will design efficient layouts, conduct time studies, and mentor staff on best practices while evaluating new technologies to strengthen operational capabilities across the