Senior Industrial Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement planning

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, improve workflows, and drive efficiency across production facilities. The role blends on-site collaboration with remote data access to deliver measurable operational impact.

Responsibilities include analyzing performance data, developing improvement plans, and leading lean and Six Sigma projects while working with operations, quality and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding and practical application of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in data analysis, process mapping, and simulation software.
• Experience with ERP systems and MES.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational data and production metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Design, develop, and implement efficient manufacturing processes and systems.
• Lead projects focused on waste reduction, quality enhancement, and cost optimization using lean principles.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including SOPs and training materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, quality, and maintenance, to implement improvements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and ROI analyses for proposed process upgrades and equipment investments.

Skills

Data analysis

Process mapping

Simulation software

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline

Tools

ERP systems

MES

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Senior Industrial Engineer to join their team in Port Elizabeth . This hybrid role is designed to optimize manufacturing processes, improve operational workflows, and drive efficiency across the company's production facilities. You will play a key role in analyzing performance data, developing strategic improvement plans, and implementing solutions that enhance productivity and reduce costs. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who values both collaborative on-site work and the flexibility of remote access to drive significant operational impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze operational data and production metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Design, develop, and implement efficient manufacturing processes and systems.
• Lead projects focused on waste reduction, quality enhancement, and cost optimization using lean principles .
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including SOPs and training materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, quality, and maintenance, to implement improvements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and ROI analyses for proposed process upgrades and equipment investments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding and practical application of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in data analysis, process mapping, and simulation software.
• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement planning.
• Support for professional development and continuing education.