Remote Manufacturing Process Optimization Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development resources

Global manufacturing network support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Manufacturing Process Specialist to guide global production improvements. You will analyze process data, recommend enhancements, and support the implementation of best practices to raise productivity, quality, and cost efficiency from anywhere.

This fully remote role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a proven track record in Lean/Six Sigma, with strong communication for cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing).
• Extensive experience in manufacturing operations and Lean/Six Sigma.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Excellent remote communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in process simulation software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing process data to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and document best practices across facilities.
• Provide remote expert consultation to plant engineers and production teams.
• Research and recommend new technologies to boost efficiency and quality.
• Assist in developing and delivering remote training programs for process improvements.

Skills

Lean & Six Sigma

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Manufacturing analytics tools

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing)

Tools

Process simulation software

Manufacturing analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Manufacturing Process Specialist to guide global production improvements. You will analyze process data, recommend enhancements, and support the implementation of best practices to raise productivity, quality, and cost efficiency from anywhere.

This fully remote role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a proven track record in Lean/Six Sigma, with strong communication for cross‑functional teams.