Junior Industrial Engineer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Provident fund

Mentorship program

Salary growth opportunities

Exposure to diverse operations

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a motivated Junior Industrial Engineer to support its Durban operations. This entry-level role suits recent graduates eager to apply academic knowledge to real-world manufacturing challenges and to learn from experienced engineers.

You will assist in analyzing processes, collecting data, applying lean methods, and contributing to safety improvements, SOPs, and workflow optimization across Durban facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience with data analysis and Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in analyzing processes and identifying improvements.
• Collect and analyze data on production output, cycle times and resources.
• Support implementation of lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Help develop and update SOPs and work instructions.
• Participate in process mapping and root-cause analysis.
• Contribute to safety and ergonomics improvements in Durban facilities.

Skills

Lean principles

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

Statistical software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a motivated Junior Industrial Engineer to support their operations in Durban . This entry-level position is ideal for a recent graduate eager to apply their academic knowledge to real-world industrial challenges. You will work closely with senior engineers and operational teams to assist in analyzing processes, collecting data, and implementing improvements that drive efficiency and productivity. This is a fantastic starting point for a career in industrial engineering, offering hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and the chance to learn from experienced professionals in the KwaZulu-Natal region. You'll be involved in various projects aimed at optimizing production lines and supply chain logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in analyzing manufacturing processes and identifying areas for improvement.
• Collect and analyze data related to production output, cycle times, and resource utilization.
• Support the implementation of lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Help develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Participate in process mapping exercises and root cause analysis for operational issues.
• Contribute to projects focused on improving workplace safety and ergonomics in Durban facilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field.
• Foundational knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and process optimization .
• Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, basic statistical software).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a practical industrial setting.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and opportunities for salary growth.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Contribution to a provident fund.
• Mentorship program with senior Industrial Engineers .
• Exposure to diverse manufacturing operations and continuous improvement methodologies.