Remote Industrial Engineering Lead

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level benefits

Fully remote work

Global project leadership

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Industrial Engineering Lead to spearhead operational excellence initiatives across a distributed team. This role focuses on optimizing processes, boosting efficiency, and reducing costs through data-driven strategy and advanced industrial engineering principles.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience, a strong background in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma, and a proven track record of driving transformation in virtual environments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Black Belt in Six Sigma preferred; proven large-scale process improvements.
• Experience leading distributed/remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a remote team of industrial engineers.
• Develop and implement strategic process improvements using data analytics.
• Design and optimize manufacturing processes, supply chain logistics, and workflows.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Oversee new technologies and systems integration.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration among remote teams.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analytics

Project management

Remote team management

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Remote Industrial Engineering Lead to spearhead their operational excellence initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while guiding a distributed team. You will be instrumental in developing and implementing advanced industrial engineering strategies across multiple sites, focusing on process optimization, efficiency gains, and cost reduction. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership capabilities, a deep understanding of modern industrial engineering principles, and a proven ability to drive transformation in a virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of remote industrial engineers, setting project priorities and performance standards.
• Develop and implement strategic process improvement initiatives across the organization, utilizing data analytics and best practices.
• Design and optimize manufacturing processes, supply chain logistics, and operational workflows for maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Drive the adoption of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Oversee the implementation of new technologies and systems, ensuring successful integration and adoption.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and communication among remote teams to achieve operational goals.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing large-scale process improvement projects.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing , Six Sigma (Black Belt certification preferred), and project management.
• Demonstrated experience managing and motivating distributed/remote teams effectively.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Significant bonus potential tied to strategic objectives and performance.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing work from any location.
• Opportunities for global project leadership and professional growth.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies for remote collaboration and analysis.