Senior Industrial Engineer - Remote Operations Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer to act as a Remote Operations Specialist. The role focuses on analyzing and improving operational performance, creating efficiency strategies, and supporting multiple departments via virtual channels.

You will drive KPIs, develop dashboards, and manage projects autonomously in a fully remote setting. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in industrial engineering or related roles, strong Lean/Six Sigma experience, and fluency with Excel, SQL,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in industrial engineering, operations management, or similar.
• Experience with Lean or Six Sigma process improvement.
• Proficiency with data tools (Excel, SQL, Power BI) and PM software.
• Strong remote collaboration and autonomous work abilities.
• Knowledge of operational best practices and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational data to identify improvement and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Document and implement new or revised procedures and workflows.
• Manage multiple projects from initiation to completion within timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with remote teams across departments to drive strategic initiatives.
• Design and use dashboards/reports to track KPIs and provide insights.
• Lead virtual meetings/workshops to align stakeholders on changes.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Power BI

SQL

Excel

Project management

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Industrial Engineer to serve as a Remote Operations Specialist . This role is entirely remote, offering the successful candidate the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be instrumental in analyzing and improving operational performance, developing and implementing efficiency strategies, and supporting various departments in achieving their goals. This position requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage projects independently. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams via virtual channels, driving impactful operational enhancements and contributing to the company's strategic objectives. The ideal candidate thrives in a self-directed environment and possesses exceptional communication abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of operational data to identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Develop, document, and implement new or revised operational procedures and workflows.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, from initiation through to successful completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with remote teams across various departments (e.g., production, quality, logistics) to implement strategic initiatives.
• Design and utilize dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights.
• Facilitate virtual meetings and workshops to drive consensus and ensure stakeholder alignment on operational changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in industrial engineering, operations management, or a similar role.
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Power BI) and project management software.
• Exceptional remote work collaboration and communication skills, with a proven ability to work autonomously.
• Strong understanding of operational best practices and performance metrics.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote position with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office equipment and professional development.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being.