Process Improvement Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to join a distributed, fully remote team in South Africa. You will analyse current manufacturing and operational processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement Lean Six Sigma-based solutions to boost productivity, reduce costs, and improve quality.

Responsibilities include mapping processes, designing new workflows, developing SOPs, partnering with production, engineering and QA, and tracking ROI to certify measurable gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial/Mechanical/Chemical) or related field.
• Proven experience as a Process Improvement Engineer or similar role with project implementation.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt preferred).

Responsibilities

• Analyze current processes to identify inefficiencies and wastes.
• Design and implement new or modified processes to improve productivity and reduce costs.
• Map processes, develop SOPs and training materials; track ROI of improvements.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Process improvement

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Visio

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Process Improvement Engineer to join their distributed team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for analyzing existing manufacturing and operational processes, identifying areas for enhancement, and implementing solutions to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall quality. Working remotely, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, leveraging your expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive transformative changes. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proactive engineer who is passionate about optimizing operations and delivering measurable business value through strategic process redesign and implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed analyses of current manufacturing and operational processes to identify inefficiencies, waste, and areas for improvement.
• Design, develop, and implement new or modified processes and workflows to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs.
• Utilize Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies to drive process optimization initiatives.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, and quality assurance, to implement and sustain process improvements.
• Track and report on the effectiveness of implemented improvements, ensuring achievement of desired outcomes and ROI.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical) or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Process Improvement Engineer or similar role, with a strong track record of successful project implementation.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt certification highly preferred).
• Proficiency in process mapping, data analysis, and statistical tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• Chance to make a significant impact on operational excellence from anywhere.