Industrial Production Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid

Pension fund contributions

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Industrial Production Engineer to enhance production efficiency in Vereeniging, working with floor staff and management to improve throughput and quality. The role focuses on analyzing processes, implementing improvements, and ensuring consistent output against targets.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in production systems, lean methods, and experience with MES/ERP environments, with a collaborative mindset for sustained operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a production engineering role within manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.
• Experience with MES and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement in efficiency, throughput, and quality.
• Design and implement new production techniques and technologies to optimize workflows.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all production processes.
• Collaborate with maintenance and quality control teams to ensure equipment reliability and product integrity.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions swiftly to minimize downtime.
• Train and guide production staff on new processes and equipment.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MES

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive Industrial Production Engineer to join their operations in Vereeniging . This role is central to enhancing the efficiency and output of our production lines. You will be responsible for analyzing current production methods, implementing improvements, and ensuring that manufacturing processes meet quality and output targets. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of production systems, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with floor staff and management to achieve operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to directly influence production outcomes in a key industrial area.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement in efficiency, throughput, and quality.
• Design and implement new production techniques and technologies to optimize workflows.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all production processes.
• Collaborate with maintenance and quality control teams to ensure equipment reliability and product integrity.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions swiftly to minimize downtime.
• Train and guide production staff on new processes and equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a production engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.
• Experience with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and upskilling.
• Contribute to a leading manufacturing operation in Vereeniging .