Operations Excellence Consultant - Lean & Six Sigma

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Industrial Engineer to join the Mossel Bay team. This entry-level role focuses on applying academic knowledge to real-world process-improvement challenges on-site.

You will assist with analyzing production systems, collecting data, and implementing lean solutions to reduce waste and boost efficiency. This hands-on opportunity builds a foundation in continuous improvement within an industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Entry-level role requiring eagerness to apply academic knowledge.
• Willingness to work on-site in Mossel Bay.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing manufacturing processes to identify improvements.
• Collect and organize production data for performance tracking.
• Support lean manufacturing tools and techniques under supervision.
• Participate in process mapping and document current state operations.
• Prepare reports and presentations of findings and recommendations.
• Learn and apply industrial engineering principles in a practical setting.

Skills

Process analysis

Data collection

Lean manufacturing

Process mapping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Junior Industrial Engineer - Process Improvement

Our client is seeking a motivated Junior Industrial Engineer to join their team in Mossel Bay. This is an excellent entry‑level opportunity for a recent graduate eager to apply their academic knowledge to real-world process improvement challenges. You will support senior engineers in analyzing production systems, collecting data, and implementing solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce waste. Working primarily on-site, you will gain invaluable hands‑on experience in a dynamic industrial setting and contribute to the continuous improvement efforts of the organization.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated Junior Industrial Engineer to join their team in Mossel Bay. This is an excellent entry‑level opportunity for a recent graduate eager to apply their academic knowledge to real-world process improvement challenges. You will support senior engineers in analyzing production systems, collecting data, and implementing solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce waste. Working primarily on-site, you will gain invaluable hands‑on experience in a dynamic industrial setting and contribute to the continuous improvement efforts of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the analysis of manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Collect and organize production data for performance tracking and analysis.
• Support the implementation of lean manufacturing tools and techniques under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Participate in process mapping exercises and document current state operations.
• Help in the preparation of reports and presentations on project findings and recommendations.
• Learn and apply industrial engineering principles and best practices in a practical environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field.
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