Production Systems Engineer

Placements24; Komani; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, seeks a Production Systems Engineer to optimize and maintain production systems across the site.

You will analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, implement improvements, and partner with operations, QA and maintenance to drive throughput, quality, and cost-efficiency in a key regional manufacturing hub.

The role emphasizes lean methods, SOP development, and data-driven decision making to sustain excellence and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a production engineering or manufacturing systems role.
• Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles and process optimization techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving.
• Experience with CAD software is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production workflows, equipment performance, and material handling systems to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase output, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production processes.
• Collaborate with the operations team to troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Monitor production metrics and provide regular reports on system performance and improvement initiatives for the Queenstown facility.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Production Systems Engineer to join their team in Queenstown . This role focuses on optimizing and maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of all production systems. You will be responsible for analyzing production processes, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing solutions to improve throughput, quality, and cost-efficiency. Working closely with production staff, quality assurance, and maintenance teams, you will play a crucial part in ensuring smooth and productive operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to make a tangible impact on manufacturing performance in a key regional industrial center.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production workflows, equipment performance, and material handling systems to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase output, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production processes.
• Collaborate with the operations team to troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Monitor production metrics and provide regular reports on system performance and improvement initiatives for the Queenstown facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in a production engineering or manufacturing systems role.
• Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles and process optimization techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving.
• Experience with CAD software is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• Be part of a dedicated team focused on operational excellence.
• Work on impactful projects contributing to the industrial sector in Queenstown .
• A stable work environment with opportunities for growth.