Remote Lean Process Improvement Specialist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Fully remote

Health insurance

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Process Improvement Specialist to drive efficiency across manufacturing operations from a home-based setting. You will analyze workflows, identify optimization opportunities, and develop strategies to streamline processes while collaborating with internal teams to implement changes that boost productivity and reduce waste.

The role emphasizes strong data-driven problem solving, excellent communication in virtual environments, and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in process improvement, lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical and data-driven approach to problems.
• Excellent communication and virtual presentation skills.
• Proficiency with process mapping tools (e.g., Visio) and project management software.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Develop and recommend solutions for process optimization, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.
• Design and implement new process methodologies and standards across departments.
• Use data analysis tools to measure impact of changes.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and training on new processes and best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adoption and sustainability of improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management or related field

Tools

Visio

Project management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Process Improvement Specialist to drive efficiency across manufacturing operations from a home-based setting. You will analyze workflows, identify optimization opportunities, and develop strategies to streamline processes while collaborating with internal teams to implement changes that boost productivity and reduce waste.

The role emphasizes strong data-driven problem solving, excellent communication in virtual environments, and opportunities for professional