Production Efficiency Engineer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Efficiency Engineer for our East London facility to optimize manufacturing processes, boost productivity, and reduce cycle times while minimizing waste. You will partner with production teams to analyze operations, map processes, conduct time studies, and implement data-driven improvements aligned with lean principles.

A Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience, plus strong analytical and communication skills are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in production engineering or process improvement.
• Strong data analysis, statistical methods, and process optimization skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts and tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production workflows and data to identify efficiency opportunities.
• Develop strategies to reduce cycle times and increase throughput.
• Conduct time studies and process mapping to eliminate waste.
• Collaborate with production staff to implement changes and train teams.
• Monitor KPIs related to production efficiency and output.
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical methods

Process optimization

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Production Efficiency Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes at their facility in East London . This role focuses on enhancing productivity, reducing cycle times, and minimizing waste within the production environment. You will work closely with production teams, supervisors, and management to analyze current operations, identify areas for improvement, and implement data-driven solutions. The successful candidate will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality products, contributing to the thriving industrial sector of East London .

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production workflows and operational data to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce production cycle times and increase throughput.
• Conduct time studies and process mapping to identify and eliminate waste and inefficiencies.
• Collaborate with production staff to implement process changes and provide training.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency and output.
• Support the implementation of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a production engineering or process improvement role.
• Proficiency in data analysis, statistical methods, and process optimization techniques.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts and tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund benefits.
• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Key role in improving production processes at a significant facility in East London .