Lean Process Improvement Technician

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

On-the-job training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineering Technician for our client in Mahikeng, North West. The role supports the industrial engineering team with data collection, analysis, and implementing efficiency improvements.

The ideal candidate holds a National Diploma or Bachelor's in a related field, with 2–3 years in an IE support role or manufacturing. On-site work is required in Mahikeng; strong Lean knowledge and Excel data analysis are essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant diploma or degree in industrial engineering tech or related field.
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
• Proficient with Excel for data extraction and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist Industrial Engineers in collecting and analyzing production data.
• Conduct time studies, motion studies, and workflow observations.
• Support implementation of process improvements and Lean initiatives.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Assist in maintaining factory layouts and workspace designs.
• Identify safety hazards and report inefficiencies.
• Participate in problem-solving sessions and corrective actions.
• Support inventory management and material flow analysis.
• Ensure compliance with policies and safety regulations.
• Assist training of production staff on new processes or procedures.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Excel data analysis

Communication & teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's in Industrial Eng Tech/Mechanical Eng

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineering Technician for our client in Mahikeng, North West. The role supports the industrial engineering team with data collection, analysis, and implementing efficiency improvements.

The ideal candidate holds a National Diploma or Bachelor's in a related field, with 2–3 years in an IE support role or manufacturing. On-site work is required in Mahikeng; strong Lean knowledge and Excel data analysis are essential.