Remote Industrial Engineer: Process Optimization Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Fully remote

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Industrial Engineer to optimize production and drive efficiency across global operations. You will analyze complex processes, model improvements, and implement data-driven solutions from a remote setting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering, 5+ years in process optimization, and strong Lean Six Sigma and data analysis skills (Arena/AnyLogic, Python/SQL).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years experience in industrial engineering focusing on process optimization.
• Lean Six Sigma methodologies and tools proficiency.
• Experience with process simulation software (Arena, AnyLogic) and data analysis tools (Python, R, SQL).

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and implement optimized production and operational processes across diverse business functions.
• Utilize advanced data analytics and simulation tools to model, test, and validate process improvements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and best practice guides.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders in a virtual environment.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma and other methodologies.
• Monitor process performance, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Communication

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Arena

AnyLogic

Python

R

SQL

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Industrial Engineer to optimize production and drive efficiency across global operations. You will analyze complex processes, model improvements, and implement data-driven solutions from a remote setting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering, 5+ years in process optimization, and strong Lean Six Sigma and data analysis skills (Arena/AnyLogic, Python/SQL).