Process Improvement Engineer - Lean, Six Sigma in Manufacturing

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer for a well-established industrial manufacturing company in Soweto, Gauteng. You will analyze processes, implement Lean/Six Sigma improvements, and drive cost reductions.

You will design experiments to validate changes, collect data, and develop SOPs while collaborating with production, maintenance, and quality teams. A chemical engineering degree and 4+ years in process engineering are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing, or continuous improvement roles.
• Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency, yield, and quality.
• Develop and implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
• Design and conduct experiments to test process modifications and validate improvements.
• Collect and analyze process data to monitor performance and identify trends.
• Develop SOPs and provide training to production staff on new processes.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality assurance teams to implement changes.
• Troubleshoot process-related issues and develop solutions to minimize downtime and waste.
• Prepare reports on process performance, improvement initiatives, and cost savings.
• Stay informed about new technologies and best practices in process optimization.
• Ensure all implemented changes comply with safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer for a well-established industrial manufacturing company in Soweto, Gauteng. You will analyze processes, implement Lean/Six Sigma improvements, and drive cost reductions.

You will design experiments to validate changes, collect data, and develop SOPs while collaborating with production, maintenance, and quality teams. A chemical engineering degree and 4+ years in process engineering are required.