Plant Industrial Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life cover

Pension fund

Advanced training

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a proactive Plant Industrial Engineer to optimize production, improve efficiency, and uphold safety and quality standards across Gauteng operations. You will own process improvements that boost productivity and profitability in a key industrial setting.

The role requires a Bachelor in Industrial Engineering, 5+ years in manufacturing, and hands-on experience with lean methods, layout design, and time-and-motion studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Industrial Engineer in a manufacturing plant.
• Proven experience in process optimization, production efficiency, and layout design.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and their practical application.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and quality management systems in industrial settings.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze plant layouts, production lines, and workflows to identify opportunities for efficiency gains and cost reduction.
• Develop and implement improved production methods, tooling, and equipment to enhance output and quality.
• Conduct time and motion studies to establish standard work times and optimize labor utilization.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations within the plant.
• Collaborate with production supervisors and teams to troubleshoot operational issues and implement solutions.
• Support the implementation of lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement programs.

Skills

Process optimization

Lean manufacturing

Layout design

Time & motion studies

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established manufacturing facility in Soweto , is seeking a proactive and hands-on Plant Industrial Engineer . This role is essential for optimizing production processes, improving workplace efficiency, and ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality within their operations in Gauteng . You will be instrumental in identifying and implementing process improvements that directly impact productivity and profitability. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to take ownership of plant operations and drive tangible improvements in a key industrial location.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze plant layouts, production lines, and workflows to identify opportunities for efficiency gains and cost reduction.
• Develop and implement improved production methods, tooling, and equipment to enhance output and quality.
• Conduct time and motion studies to establish standard work times and optimize labor utilization.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations within the plant.
• Collaborate with production supervisors and teams to troubleshoot operational issues and implement solutions.
• Support the implementation of lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Industrial Engineer in a manufacturing plant environment.
• Proven experience in process optimization, production efficiency, and layout design.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and their practical application.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and quality management systems in industrial settings.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with plant-based performance incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical aid, life cover, and pension fund.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional development.
• Hybrid work arrangement supporting work-life balance for employees in Soweto .
• Be part of a company that values its employees and contributes to local industrial development.