Remote Industrial Engineering Consultant - Lean Process Optimizer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 461,000 - 830,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Industrial Engineering Consultant to analyze and optimize manufacturing processes, supply chains, and operational efficiency for our international facilities. This fully remote role emphasizes cost reduction, throughput improvement, and best-practice implementation.

You will apply lean methods, Six Sigma, and data-driven analysis using Excel, Minitab, and Power BI, collaborating with global teams across time zones, documenting SOPs, and guiding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in industrial engineering with focus on process optimization.
• Proven remote work experience and cross-team collaboration across time zones.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote analysis of manufacturing and operational processes across global sites.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency gains.
• Develop data-driven recommendations to optimize production workflows and supply chain.
• Design and implement lean strategies and continuous improvement programs for remote execution.
• Utilize process mapping, simulation, and statistical analysis to validate solutions.
• Collaborate with on-site teams and stakeholders across time zones via virtual channels.
• Create reports, presentations, and SOPs documenting findings and recommendations.
• Provide expert guidance on best practices in industrial engineering and operational excellence.
• Monitor implementation and adjust processes based on effectiveness.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Power BI

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Industrial Engineering Consultant to analyze and optimize manufacturing processes, supply chains, and operational efficiency for our international facilities. This fully remote role emphasizes cost reduction, throughput improvement, and best-practice implementation.

You will apply lean methods, Six Sigma, and data-driven analysis using Excel, Minitab, and Power BI, collaborating with global teams across time zones, documenting SOPs, and guiding