Lean Industrial Engineer: Production & Ops Optimization

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer focused on Operations Optimization for our Paarl, Western Cape facility. The role drives production efficiency, streamlines supply chain logistics, and implements best practices across manufacturing and packaging operations.

You will analyze workflows, apply Lean and Six Sigma, optimize layouts and material flow, document SOPs, and mentor staff. This hands-on position offers exposure to a dynamic agri-producer environment in the Western Cape and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 2-4 years in industrial engineering or operations optimization.
• Strong knowledge of Lean and basic Six Sigma concepts.
• Proficient in Excel for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production workflows to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
• Design and implement Lean/Six Sigma improvements.
• Optimize layouts, material flow, and workstation design.
• Develop SOPs, work instructions, and process maps.
• Conduct time and motion studies to set benchmarks.
• Collaborate with supervisors and management to implement changes.
• Support new product introductions with manufacturing plans.
• Track KPIs on production efficiency, waste, and costs.
• Train staff on new processes and equipment.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer focused on Operations Optimization for our Paarl, Western Cape facility. The role drives production efficiency, streamlines supply chain logistics, and implements best practices across manufacturing and packaging operations.

You will analyze workflows, apply Lean and Six Sigma, optimize layouts and material flow, document SOPs, and mentor staff. This hands-on position offers exposure to a dynamic agri-producer environment in the Western Cape and