Senior Industrial Engineer: Process Optimization & Lean

Placements24

Vereeniging

On-site

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Medical aid
Pension fund benefits
Professional development
Paid annual leave
Workplace wellness
Team-building activities

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a Senior Industrial Engineer - Process Optimization to analyze and enhance manufacturing workflows. You will lead time studies, develop SOPs, and partner with production and quality teams to implement efficiency initiatives across the site.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, KPI tracking, and safety integration with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years in industrial engineering with focus on process optimization.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt is a plus.
  • Experience with data analysis and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze existing manufacturing processes to identify bottlenecks and improvements.
  • Develop and implement process optimization strategies using Lean/Six Sigma.
  • Design time studies and workflow analyses to boost efficiency.
  • Create and update SOPs and work instructions.
  • Collaborate with production teams to implement changes and monitor results.
  • Use data tools to track KPIs related to productivity and cost.
  • Recommend equipment/technology to enhance processes.
  • Ensure safety standards are integrated into designs.
  • Train staff on new processes and efficiency techniques.
  • Support continuous improvement at the Vereeniging facility.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma
Process optimization
Data analysis
Time studies
Process mapping
Excel
Minitab
Communication

Education

BSc Industrial Engineering

Tools

Minitab
Excel
Simulation software

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a Senior Industrial Engineer - Process Optimization to analyze and enhance manufacturing workflows. You will lead time studies, develop SOPs, and partner with production and quality teams to implement efficiency initiatives across the site.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, KPI tracking, and safety integration with strong analytical and communication skills.

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