Junior Industrial Engineer - Lean Ops & On-Site Growth

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund enrollment

Paid annual leave

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Industrial Engineer to join the Mossel Bay team. This on-site, entry-level role offers hands-on experience in process improvement and data analysis under the guidance of senior engineers.

You will assist with analyzing manufacturing processes, collecting data, and applying lean principles to improve efficiency and reduce waste, while developing professionally in a dynamic industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or closely related field.
• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing principles and process improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing manufacturing processes to identify improvement areas.
• Collect and organize production data for performance tracking.
• Support implementation of lean tools under guidance of senior engineers.
• Participate in process mapping and document current state operations.
• Prepare reports and presentations on project findings and recommendations.
• Learn and apply industrial engineering principles in a practical setting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Industrial Engineer to join the Mossel Bay team. This on-site, entry-level role offers hands-on experience in process improvement and data analysis under the guidance of senior engineers.

You will assist with analyzing manufacturing processes, collecting data, and applying lean principles to improve efficiency and reduce waste, while developing professionally in a dynamic industrial environment.