Senior Industrial Engineer: Hybrid Process Optimization

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Industrial Engineer for a manufacturing site in Kimberley. You will drive process improvements, analyze operations, and implement Lean and Six Sigma projects to boost efficiency and reduce costs.

You will design layouts, develop SOPs, and mentor junior staff while collaborating across cross-functional teams. Hybrid work with on-site production involvement is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of experience as an Industrial Engineer in manufacturing.
• Proven expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Experience with CAD software for facility layout and design.
• Excellent project management with multiple initiatives.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Design, develop, and implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and work instructions.
• Conduct time and motion studies to optimize labor and workflow.
• Design and layout of production facilities, equipment, and workstations.
• Manage projects related to process optimization, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.
• Collaborate with production teams, engineering, and management to implement and sustain changes.
• Collect and analyze data to track performance metrics and measure impact.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and production staff on process improvement techniques.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project Management

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Industrial Engineer for a manufacturing site in Kimberley. You will drive process improvements, analyze operations, and implement Lean and Six Sigma projects to boost efficiency and reduce costs.

You will design layouts, develop SOPs, and mentor junior staff while collaborating across cross-functional teams. Hybrid work with on-site production involvement is expected.