Remote Senior Industrial Engineer – Lean & Process

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Engineer to join a remote team focused on process optimization and operational efficiency. The role emphasizes designing, developing, and implementing strategies to improve productivity, reduce waste, and streamline workflows across multiple business units.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical capabilities, progressive experience in industrial engineering, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders across different time

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, process improvement, or operations management.
• Proven expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred).
• Experience with ERP and MRP systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Design and implement optimized production and operational systems using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and training materials.
• Utilize data analysis tools and simulation software to model and test process changes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement recommended solutions.
• Monitor the performance of implemented systems and adjust for continuous improvement.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on findings and recommendations.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on complex projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and company policies.
• Manage multiple projects to ensure timely completion within scope and budget.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

Minitab

SPSS

R

Python

Arena

AnyLogic

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Engineer to join a remote team focused on process optimization and operational efficiency. The role emphasizes designing, developing, and implementing strategies to improve productivity, reduce waste, and streamline workflows across multiple business units.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical capabilities, progressive experience in industrial engineering, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders across different time