Lead Industrial Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary & bonus

Health, life & disability insurance

Retirement savings with company match

Executive training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Industrial Engineer in Sandton to spearhead process-improvement initiatives, lead a team of engineers, and drive strategic projects across manufacturing and operations.

The role emphasizes Lean Six Sigma, cross-functional collaboration, mentorship of junior staff, and delivering peak operational excellence with a strong focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Extensive experience with Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred).
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams.
• Expertise in process simulation, statistical analysis, and operations management.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of industrial engineers, providing guidance and technical expertise.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for process optimization, efficiency improvements, and cost reduction.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and validation of complex industrial engineering projects.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies throughout the organization.
• Collaborate with senior management to align engineering strategies with business objectives.
• Ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and productivity are maintained across all operations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Process optimization

Lean Six Sigma

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Process simulation

Statistical analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead their process improvement initiatives in Sandton . This leadership role will involve overseeing a team of engineers, driving strategic projects, and ensuring the optimal performance of manufacturing and operational systems. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of our industrial engineering practices, fostering innovation, and mentoring junior staff to achieve peak operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of industrial engineers, providing guidance and technical expertise.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for process optimization, efficiency improvements, and cost reduction.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and validation of complex industrial engineering projects.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies throughout the organization.
• Collaborate with senior management to align engineering strategies with business objectives.
• Ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and productivity are maintained across all operations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Extensive experience with Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred).
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams.
• Expertise in process simulation, statistical analysis, and operations management .
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with company match.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and executive training.
• A challenging and rewarding leadership role in a growing industry.