Lead Industrial Engineer: Drive Lean & Automation

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary

Bonus structure

Medical aid and retirement planning

Career advancement and training

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, South Africa, seeks a Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead process improvement and operational strategy. You will guide a team of engineers to analyze, design, and implement advanced industrial processes that boost productivity, cut costs, and elevate product quality.

You will set the direction for operational excellence, leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies. This role offers executive-level responsibilities and opportunities to influence major

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial engineering.
• At least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Experience in project management, budget management, and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of industrial engineers, providing guidance on project execution and technical challenges.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of strategic operational improvement plans across the organization.
• Drive the adoption of advanced technologies and automation solutions to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Conduct feasibility studies and ROI analyses for proposed capital investments and process changes.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to track operational efficiency and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Foster a culture of innovation and problem-solving within the engineering department and across production teams.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Project management

Budget management

Resource allocation

Supply chain

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, South Africa, seeks a Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead process improvement and operational strategy. You will guide a team of engineers to analyze, design, and implement advanced industrial processes that boost productivity, cut costs, and elevate product quality.

You will set the direction for operational excellence, leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies. This role offers executive-level responsibilities and opportunities to influence major