Operations Excellence Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus structure

Healthcare coverage (medical, dental,視

Certifications & leadership training

Generous annual leave & retirement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Operations Excellence Engineer to champion continuous improvement initiatives in Richards Bay. The role focuses on Lean Six Sigma to reduce waste, improve quality, and boost productivity across industrial operations.

You will partner with plant management and operations teams to implement sustainable process improvements, monitor KPIs, and drive performance. This position offers opportunities to shape operational strategies in a major industrial hub.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Operations Excellence, Continuous Improvement, or Lean Manufacturing.
• Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification in Six Sigma is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex improvement projects and managing change.
• Proficiency in data analysis, statistical process control (SPC), and process modeling.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean Six Sigma projects from initiation to completion.
• Conduct process audits and assessments to identify root causes of inefficiencies.
• Develop and implement training programs on continuous improvement tools for staff.
• Monitor KPIs related to operational efficiency, cost, and quality and report progress.
• Drive adoption of best practices and standardized work across operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational excellence goals.

Skills

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Change management

Process modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

SPC

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a results-driven Operations Excellence Engineer to champion continuous improvement initiatives within their industrial operations in Richards Bay . This role is central to fostering a culture of efficiency and innovation, focusing on Lean Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste, improve quality, and enhance overall productivity. You will work closely with plant management and operational teams to implement sustainable process improvements and drive operational performance. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape operational strategies and achieve measurable results in a key industrial location like Richards Bay .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Lean Six Sigma projects from initiation to completion, ensuring successful implementation of improvements.
• Conduct process audits and assessments to identify root causes of inefficiencies and quality issues.
• Develop and implement training programs on continuous improvement tools and techniques for operational staff.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to operational efficiency, cost, and quality, and report on progress.
• Drive the adoption of best practices and standardized work across all operational areas.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and support for operational excellence goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering , Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an Operations Excellence , Continuous Improvement, or Lean Manufacturing role.
• Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification in Six Sigma is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in leading complex improvement projects and managing change.
• Proficiency in data analysis, statistical process control (SPC), and process modeling.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and influencing skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-related bonus structure.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Opportunities for advanced certifications and leadership training.
• Generous annual leave and retirement savings plan.
• Exposure to large-scale industrial operations in Richards Bay and significant career growth prospects.