Manufacturing Process Improvement Lead — Lean Six Sigma

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance bonus

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Project Manager for our manufacturing client in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead cross-functional teams, drive Lean Six Sigma projects and deliver process improvements from concept to completion.

The role requires a strong analytical mindset, change-management skills, and a proven track record in manufacturing environments. You will develop plans, monitor KPIs and ensure SOPs are documented and implemented.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience with focus on process improvement or Lean Six Sigma.
• Manufacturing sector experience; North West province or similar industrial hub preferred.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with process mapping tools and PM software.
• Experience with data analysis and statistical software.
• Independent, proactive problem-solver capable of driving projects to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple process improvement projects, aiming to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness at the Klerksdorp plant.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies to identify bottlenecks and implement sustainable solutions.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resources.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across production, engineering, quality, and supply chain.
• Conduct process analysis, data collection, and root-cause analysis to identify improvements.
• Develop change management strategies to ensure adoption of new processes.
• Monitor progress using KPIs and report findings to senior management.
• Manage risks and issues with mitigation plans.
• Document SOPs and new processes.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Project

Minitab

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Project Manager for our manufacturing client in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead cross-functional teams, drive Lean Six Sigma projects and deliver process improvements from concept to completion.

The role requires a strong analytical mindset, change-management skills, and a proven track record in manufacturing environments. You will develop plans, monitor KPIs and ensure SOPs are documented and implemented.