Operations Industrial Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Industrial hub

Training opportunities

Operational excellence

Supportive team

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Industrial Engineer for a Richards Bay facility to optimize workflows, logistics, and resource allocation. You will analyze on-site processes, collaborate with production and logistics teams, and implement tangible efficiency improvements that boost productivity and safety.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and process simulation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in industrial engineering or operations management.
• Proven ability to optimize workflows and logistics.
• Strong knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma and process simulation.
• Data analysis and modeling tools proficiency.
• Excellent on-floor problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize material handling, logistics, and supply chain processes within the facility.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency, throughput, and resource utilization.
• Design and improve workstation layouts and factory floor configurations for maximum productivity.
• Utilize simulation and modeling tools to test and validate process changes before implementation.
• Collaborate with production, logistics, and management teams to ensure smooth operational flow and adherence to standards.
• Monitor operational KPIs and provide regular reports on performance and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process simulation

Data analysis

Statistical software

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

None

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Operations Industrial Engineer to enhance operational performance at their facility in Richards Bay . This role focuses on optimizing workflows, supply chain logistics, and resource allocation to drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness. You will be deeply involved in on-site process analysis, working hands-on with operational teams to implement tangible improvements. The ideal candidate brings a strong analytical aptitude and a practical understanding of operational challenges within a dynamic industrial setting. Your contributions will directly impact productivity, safety, and overall business success by refining the core operational functions of the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize material handling, logistics, and supply chain processes within the facility.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency, throughput, and resource utilization.
• Design and improve workstation layouts and factory floor configurations for maximum productivity.
• Utilize simulation and modeling tools to test and validate process changes before implementation.
• Collaborate with production, logistics, and management teams to ensure smooth operational flow and adherence to standards.
• Monitor operational KPIs and provide regular reports on performance and improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in an industrial engineering or operations management role.
• Demonstrated experience in optimizing operational workflows and logistics.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and process simulation.
• Proficiency in data analysis, statistical software, and process modeling tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively on the factory floor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a key industrial hub with significant operational impact.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Contribution to a company committed to operational excellence.
• A supportive team environment with strong leadership.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.