Senior Industrial Engineer - Manufacturing Systems

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional growth and training

Modern manufacturing technologies exp.

Stable work environment

Annual bonus and leave benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer for our client in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, to enhance manufacturing systems and processes. The role emphasizes production optimization, lean methodologies, and integrating advanced manufacturing technologies to boost throughput and reduce cycle times.

You will lead cross-functional teams, conduct time and motion studies, design layouts, and implement scheduling strategies while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering.
• 5–7 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Experience in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Experience with production planning and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current operations to identify improvements.
• Implement Kanban, JIT, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Design plant layouts, material flow, and ergonomics.
• Conduct time and motion studies to set standard work.
• Develop production control systems and scheduling strategies.
• Lead Kaizen events and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues.
• Monitor KPIs and progress with data tools.
• Evaluate automation upgrades for manufacturing capabilities.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

CAD/Process simulation

ERP familiarity

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Excel

Statistical packages

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent manufacturer of specialized industrial equipment, is seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Engineer to enhance their manufacturing systems and processes at their facility in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. This role requires a deep understanding of production optimization, lean methodologies, and the integration of advanced manufacturing technologies. The successful candidate will play a key role in improving throughput, reducing cycle times, and ensuring the highest levels of quality and efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer to contribute to the operational success of a leading company in Mpumalanga, driving tangible improvements in a challenging industrial setting. We are looking for a hands-on professional dedicated to engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing operations to identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles such as Kanban, Just-In-Time (JIT), and Value Stream Mapping.
• Design and optimize plant layouts, material flow, and workstation ergonomics.
• Conduct time and motion studies to establish standard work and identify areas for productivity enhancement.
• Develop and implement effective production control systems and scheduling strategies.
• Lead cross-functional teams in Kaizen events and other continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues and implement solutions.
• Utilize data analysis and reporting tools to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress.
• Evaluate and recommend automation and technology upgrades to improve manufacturing capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering field.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in applying lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in process simulation software, data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, statistical packages), and CAD software.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team collaboration skills.
• Experience with production planning and control systems.
• Familiarity with ERP systems is a plus.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialized training.
• Exposure to modern manufacturing techniques and technologies.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Nelspruit .
• Annual bonus and leave benefits.