Production Systems Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health coverage

Remote work allowance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Production Systems Engineer to design, implement, and refine production systems for its operations. The role offers a remote work opportunity and focuses on optimizing material, information, and people flows to maximize efficiency, productivity, and safety.

You will analyze current systems, develop improvements using engineering principles, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies while ensuring compliance with safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production systems design, manufacturing engineering, or operations analysis.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and control systems.
• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with simulation software (Arena, AnyLogic) and data analysis tools is essential.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, suitable for a remote team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize production layouts and workflows to improve efficiency and throughput.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for process improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies for material handling, inventory control, and shop floor management.
• Utilize simulation software and modeling techniques to test and validate system designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and systems into production environments.
• Ensure production systems comply with safety regulations and environmental standards.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Arena

AnyLogic

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Production Systems Engineer to design, implement, and refine production systems for their operations, offering a remote work opportunity. This role focuses on optimizing the flow of materials, information, and people within production environments to maximize efficiency and minimize costs. You will analyze current systems, identify areas for improvement using engineering principles, and implement solutions that enhance productivity, quality, and safety. The ideal candidate is a highly analytical and proactive engineer with a proven ability to work effectively in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize production layouts and workflows to improve efficiency and throughput.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for process improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies for material handling, inventory control, and shop floor management.
• Utilize simulation software and modeling techniques to test and validate system designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and systems into production environments.
• Ensure production systems comply with safety regulations and environmental standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production systems design, manufacturing engineering, or operations analysis.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and control systems.
• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with simulation software (e.g., Arena, AnyLogic) and data analysis tools is essential.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, suitable for a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible remote work arrangement with an allowance for home office setup.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• A culture that promotes innovation and continuous learning within the engineering field.