Senior Industrial Engineer - Operations Improvement

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Career development

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Industrial Engineer to lead major operations-improvement initiatives at its Upington facilities. You will analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement data-driven changes to boost efficiency, quality, and cost savings.

The role requires strategic thinking, strong analytical abilities, and proven leadership in large-scale projects within industrial settings. Upington location and collaborative culture are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial engineering with strong focus on operations improvement and project management.
• Expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Black Belt certification highly preferred).
• Proven track record of successfully implementing significant operational improvements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of strategic operations improvement projects.
• Analyze complex production and operational systems to identify inefficiencies and areas for enhancement.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen to drive sustainable process changes.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets for improvement initiatives.
• Train and mentor operational teams on best practices and continuous improvement techniques.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on project outcomes, performance metrics, and operational impact.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Data analysis

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Industrial Engineer to lead significant Operations Improvement initiatives within their facilities in Upington. This role demands a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of industrial processes and a proven ability to drive efficiency, quality, and cost reductions. You will be instrumental in analyzing current operations, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing data-driven solutions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical, leadership, and project management skills, with a passion for optimizing complex industrial systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of strategic operations improvement projects.
• Analyze complex production and operational systems to identify inefficiencies and areas for enhancement.
• Apply methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen to drive sustainable process changes.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets for improvement initiatives.
• Train and mentor operational teams on best practices and continuous improvement techniques.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on project outcomes, performance metrics, and operational impact.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial engineering with a strong focus on operations improvement and project management.
• Expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Black Belt certification highly preferred).
• Proven track record of successfully implementing significant operational improvements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and other benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Key role in operational strategy within a prominent organization in Upington.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Generous paid time off and leave policies.