Lean Production Systems Engineer: Automation & Optimization

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng/Soweto seeks a Production Systems Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, improve system reliability, and reduce costs. You will collaborate with production teams to boost throughput and product quality while safeguarding safety and compliance.

The role requires a 2–4 year background in production or systems engineering, a solid lean toolkit, and strong data analysis skills to drive continuous improvements in a dynamic food and beverage environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering.
• 2–4 years in production or systems engineering in a manufacturing setting.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge and tools.
• Data analysis and performance monitoring skills.
• Good communication and teamwork with production staff.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production system performance to identify bottlenecks.
• Improve throughput, reduce cycle times and waste.
• Collaborate with supervisors to troubleshoot issues.
• Design tests to validate process improvements.
• Develop and update SOPs for production systems.
• Monitor output and quality metrics and adjust as needed.
• Evaluate new equipment and automation technologies.
• Participate in cross-functional quality and cost-reduction teams.
• Ensure safety and quality regulatory compliance.
• Maintain engineering records and system documentation.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Data analysis

MS Office

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Simulation software

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng/Soweto seeks a Production Systems Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, improve system reliability, and reduce costs. You will collaborate with production teams to boost throughput and product quality while safeguarding safety and compliance.

The role requires a 2–4 year background in production or systems engineering, a solid lean toolkit, and strong data analysis skills to drive continuous improvements in a dynamic food and beverage environment.