Junior Industrial Engineer

Sentinel Staffing Services; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Junior Industrial Engineer to enhance operational efficiency. In this exciting role, you will evaluate production processes, identify inefficiencies, and design systems that optimize resources and improve productivity. Your analytical skills will be key in conducting time studies and making data-driven recommendations to boost output. This position offers a dynamic environment where collaboration with various stakeholders is essential, and your contributions will directly impact the company's operational excellence. If you thrive under pressure and are passionate about process improvement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in the manufacturing industry is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze current production processing across departments.
• Design and implement systems to improve resource optimization.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Industrial Engineering qualifications

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

National Manufacturing company in the steel industry requires a Junior Industrial Engineer to assist in improving processes, eliminating inefficiencies and to drive operational excellence.

Responsibilities

1. Evaluate and analyze current production processing within all departments.
2. Identify gaps and inefficiencies within the processes.
3. Design and implement systems and processes to improve resource optimization (people skills and improve usage of machinery and tools for accuracy and cost effectiveness).
4. Do time studies and collect data within all departments in Production – document the findings and make recommendations to improve production output.
5. Ensure that the production plan is managed accordingly and that it is adhered to.
6. Be able to report on production figures daily / weekly / monthly.
7. Discuss production updates as well as any faults / downtime to the Production Manager.
8. Assist with any urgent jobs that may have to be done.
9. Assist with health and safety protocols in the factory.

Skills / Qualifications

1. Industrial Engineering qualifications - mandatory.
2. 2-3 years of working experience in the manufacturing industry.
3. Excellent problem-solving skills.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
5. Must be able to communicate effectively.
6. Must be able to work under pressure and must be good with time management.
7. Must be able to work outside of normal working hours (including weekends).
8. Must work as part of a team and be able to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
9. High proficiency in MS Office, with particular focus on Excel.