Senior Industrial Engineer: Lead Lean & CI in Manufacturing

Placements24

Vereeniging

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Competitive salary package

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Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Industrial Engineer to drive performance improvements across manufacturing operations. You will analyze processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement data-driven solutions to boost productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

Lead cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and implement best practices in operational excellence within a dynamic industrial setting.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or closely related field.
Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher preferred), and other process improvement methodologies.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, Excel, SQL).
Experience with simulation software and CAD tools is advantageous.
Familiarity with manufacturing operations and ERP systems.
Must be willing to work on-site in Vereeniging, Gauteng, with potential for hybrid work arrangements.

Responsibilities

Lead the analysis of manufacturing processes, workflows, and operational systems to identify opportunities for improvement.
Develop and implement strategies to optimize production efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles and tools to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Conduct time and motion studies, capacity planning, and bottleneck analysis.
Design and implement improved workstation layouts and material flow systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement engineering solutions.
Develop and track KPIs to measure the effectiveness of improvements.
Mentor and guide junior industrial engineers and operational staff.
Manage improvement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
Ensure all implemented solutions adhere to safety, environmental, and quality standards.