Remote Industrial Operations & Analytics Lead

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Health coverage

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Industrial Operations Specialist to optimize global production processes from a fully remote team. You will analyze operational data, develop strategic recommendations, and collaborate with engineers and managers across continents to implement best practices in a cost-efficient manner.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering or a related field, have 4–6 years of experience, and be proficient in Excel, Power BI, Tableau, and cloud-based

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in industrial engineering or operations management with process analysis.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent virtual communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis software (Excel, Power BI, Tableau) and process simulation tools.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies is valued.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines remotely.
• Reliable high-speed internet and a dedicated home office space.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote analysis of industrial operations and identify inefficiencies.
• Develop data-driven recommendations for process enhancements and cost reductions.
• Collaborate virtually with on-site teams, engineers, and management to implement improvements.
• Use analytics and simulation tools to model operational scenarios.
• Design SOPs for remote implementation and oversight.
• Track and report KPIs related to efficiency and output.
• Facilitate virtual training sessions for site teams on new processes.
• Stay updated on emerging industrial technologies for remote management.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines within a remote framework.
• Serve as SME for industrial operations to global stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Remote work experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / Operations Management

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Asana

Trello

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Industrial Operations Specialist to optimize global production processes from a fully remote team. You will analyze operational data, develop strategic recommendations, and collaborate with engineers and managers across continents to implement best practices in a cost-efficient manner.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering or a related field, have 4–6 years of experience, and be proficient in Excel, Power BI, Tableau, and cloud-based