Remote Senior Industrial Engineer - Operational Excellence

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan contributions

Professional development budget

Generous paid time off

Home office stipend

Laptop provided

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Industrial Engineer to lead operational excellence initiatives and drive data-driven improvements. The role requires strong expertise in statistics and process optimization across global teams, with emphasis on Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

The successful candidate will analyze complex data, mentor engineers, and report to senior leadership, all within a fully remote work environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 9+ years progressive experience in industrial engineering.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred.
• Experience leading cross-functional, remote projects.
• Proficiency with Minitab, JMP, Arena or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of programs for operational excellence.
• Analyze complex data with advanced statistical methods.
• Develop and deploy Lean, Six Sigma, and Agile process improvements.
• Facilitate virtual kaizen events and workshops.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across regions.
• Define and report KPIs on efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Mentor junior engineers and staff.
• Support data-driven decision making.

Skills

Industrial engineering expertise

Statistical analysis

Project leadership

Remote collaboration

Change management

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Minitab

JMP

Arena

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly expanding enterprise committed to achieving peak operational excellence across all its business units. To support this mission, we are recruiting a Remote Senior Industrial Engineer to spearhead initiatives aimed at optimizing processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving innovation. This position is fully remote, enabling you to contribute your expertise from any location while playing a key role in strategic operational improvements. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing complex operational data, identifying areas for enhancement, and developing data-driven solutions. You will work with diverse, geographically dispersed teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational discipline. This is a significant opportunity to influence the strategic direction of operations for a forward-thinking company and to contribute to a culture of sustained high performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of programs and projects focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Analyze complex operational data using advanced statistical methods and identify key drivers of performance and areas for optimization.
• Develop and deploy innovative process improvement methodologies, including Lean, Six Sigma, and Agile frameworks.
• Facilitate virtual kaizen events and workshops to engage teams in problem-solving and process enhancement.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional and cross-regional teams to ensure successful project execution and adoption of best practices.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including process maps, standard operating procedures, and training materials.
• Define, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to operational efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and operational staff in the principles and application of industrial engineering.
• Champion a culture of data-driven decision-making and continuous learning throughout the organization.
• Prepare and present detailed findings, recommendations, and project updates to senior management and executive leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 9 years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with a strong emphasis on operational excellence and process improvement.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects, preferably in a remote or distributed setting.
• Expertise in statistical analysis, process modeling, simulation, and optimization techniques.
• Proficiency with relevant software such as Minitab, JMP, Arena, or similar tools.
• Excellent remote communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated experience in change management and driving organizational transformation.
• Must be highly self-motivated, adaptable, and able to thrive in a dynamic remote work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary and performance bonus structure.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Substantial employer contributions to a retirement savings plan.
• Annual budget for professional development, certifications, and conference attendance.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• Flexible working hours and a truly remote work environment.
• Opportunity to lead impactful global initiatives.
• Access to advanced analytics and collaboration tools.
• Company-provided laptop and home office stipend.
• Employee assistance program for well-being support.