Senior Industrial Engineer Lead — Lean & Ops Excellence (Stock Options)

Placements24

Rustenburg

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus
Stock options
Health coverage
Professional development
Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking a Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead process optimization and oversee a team of engineers and technicians. The role focuses on defining strategic objectives for operational excellence and driving complex projects across a large-scale industrial operation.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, with 8+ years of progressive experience and at least 3 years in leadership, plus strong lean, Six Sigma, and project management

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
  • 8+ years of progressive industrial engineering experience.
  • 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
  • Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred), and project management expertise.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of industrial engineers and technicians.
  • Develop and implement long-term strategies for operational efficiency, cost reduction, and quality.
  • Oversee the design and optimization of production systems, workflows, and facility layouts.
  • Champion the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies and methodologies.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards in process design and implementation.
  • Present project updates, findings, and strategic recommendations to senior management.

Skills

Lean manufacturing
Six Sigma
Project management
Leadership
Quality management

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking a Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead process optimization and oversee a team of engineers and technicians. The role focuses on defining strategic objectives for operational excellence and driving complex projects across a large-scale industrial operation.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, with 8+ years of progressive experience and at least 3 years in leadership, plus strong lean, Six Sigma, and project management

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