Junior Industrial Engineer - Plant Operations

Placements24; Gauteng; Vor Ort; ZAR 180.000 - 280.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Structured training

Mentorship program

Career growth

Safety equipment

Paid leave

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Tembisa, Gauteng, seeks a junior Industrial Engineer to support senior engineers on the shop floor. You will analyze production data, contribute to process improvements, and participate in lean initiatives to improve productivity and reduce waste.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates or engineers with 1–2 years of experience who are eager to learn, detail-oriented, and capable of working onsite in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in industrial engineering or manufacturing support role.
• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing principles and tools (5S, Kaizen).
• Familiarity with data analysis and process mapping techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges in a plant environment.

Aufgaben

• Assist senior engineers in analyzing production data and identifying inefficiencies in manufacturing processes.
• Support the implementation of process improvements and lean manufacturing techniques on the shop floor.
• Participate in time and motion studies to optimize workflow and workstation design.
• Help in the development and maintenance of work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct data collection and preliminary analysis for process improvement projects.
• Assist in the tracking and reporting of KPIs related to production output and efficiency.
• Collaborate with production supervisors and operators to understand challenges and implement solutions.
• Participate in plant layout design and material flow analysis.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and quality standards within the production area.
• Support inventory management and material handling optimization initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Lean manufacturing

5S

Kaizen

Data analysis

Process mapping

Excel

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Eagerness to learn

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated Junior Industrial Engineer to join their manufacturing facility in **Tembisa, Gauteng**. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a recent graduate or an engineer with 1-2 years of experience to gain hands‑on experience in a fast-paced production environment. The Junior Industrial Engineer will support senior engineering staff in optimizing production workflows, improving operational efficiency, and implementing process improvements. The role is focused on supporting the day‑to‑day operations and contributing to projects aimed at enhancing productivity and reducing waste. We are looking for an individual with a strong desire to learn and grow within the field of industrial engineering, possessing a keen eye for detail and a problem‑solving mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in analyzing production data and identifying inefficiencies in manufacturing processes.
• Support the implementation of process improvements and lean manufacturing techniques on the shop floor.
• Participate in time and motion studies to optimize workflow and workstation design.
• Help in the development and maintenance of work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct data collection and preliminary analysis for process improvement projects.
• Assist in the tracking and reporting of key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production output and efficiency.
• Collaborate with production supervisors and operators to understand challenges and implement solutions.
• Participate in plant layout design and material flow analysis.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and quality standards within the production area.
• Support inventory management and material handling optimization initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 0-2 years of experience in an industrial engineering or manufacturing support role.
• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen).
• Familiarity with data analysis and process mapping techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges in a plant environment.
• Knowledge of basic statistical methods is a plus.
• Must be able to work full-time onsite at our **Tembisa, Gauteng** facility.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund contributions.
• Structured training and mentorship program designed for career growth.
• Opportunity to work with experienced professionals in the manufacturing sector.
• Exposure to a wide range of industrial engineering applications.
• Company-provided safety equipment and work attire.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave benefits.
• A supportive team environment focused on collaboration and skill development.