Manufacturing Engineer: Process Improvement Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Challenging projects in Polokwane

Collaborative work environment

Impactful improvements

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a proactive Manufacturing Engineer to optimize production processes, drive continuous improvement, and implement new manufacturing technologies. You will collaborate with production, quality, and R&D to raise efficiency, safety, and quality across the facility.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical or industrial engineering degree, hands-on experience in manufacturing, and a strong grasp of lean methods and Six Sigma. Excellent communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new manufacturing processes and production methods.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and areas for process improvement.
• Design, procure, and implement new equipment and tooling to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions and process flow diagrams.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, safety regulations, and environmental policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introductions and design for manufacturability (DFM) initiatives.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process improvement

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a proactive Manufacturing Engineer to optimize production processes, drive continuous improvement, and implement new manufacturing technologies. You will collaborate with production, quality, and R&D to raise efficiency, safety, and quality across the facility.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical or industrial engineering degree, hands-on experience in manufacturing, and a strong grasp of lean methods and Six Sigma. Excellent communication is essential.