Senior Industrial Engineer - Operations Improvement

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Medical and retirement benefits

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a seasoned Senior Industrial Engineer to lead major operations improvement initiatives across facilities. You will analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, and drive data-driven solutions to boost efficiency, quality and cost reductions.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in industrial engineering with strong leadership and project management skills; Lean Six Sigma Black Belt is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial engineering with a focus on operations improvement and project management.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification highly preferred.
• Proven track record of implementing significant operational improvements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent 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 methodologies 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

Leadership

Project management

Data analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Industrial Engineering degree

Job description

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.