Lead Industrial Engineer – Hybrid, Lean Six Sigma Leader

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a dynamic Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead process optimization and efficiency initiatives. You will guide a team of engineers, drive lean principles, and shape operational strategies to enhance production methodologies and continuous improvement across operations.

The role requires a master's in Industrial Engineering with 7+ years of experience, including 2+ years in leadership, and expertise in Lean Six Sigma.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive industrial engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory/lead role.
• Expertise in Lean Six Sigma; Master Black Belt certification preferred.
• Strong leadership, project management and strategic planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of industrial engineers, providing technical guidance and performance management.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for process optimization, waste reduction, and productivity.
• Oversee Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma implementations and improvements.
• Analyze complex operational data to identify trends and root causes for improvements.
• Collaborate with senior management to align engineering strategies with business goals.
• Ensure integration of new technologies and equipment into production systems.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Leadership

Project management

Data analysis

Process optimization

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Engineering analysis software

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a dynamic Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead process optimization and efficiency initiatives. You will guide a team of engineers, drive lean principles, and shape operational strategies to enhance production methodologies and continuous improvement across operations.

The role requires a master's in Industrial Engineering with 7+ years of experience, including 2+ years in leadership, and expertise in Lean Six Sigma.