Senior Industrial Manufacturing Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Provident Fund

Professional development

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, invites applications for a Senior Industrial Manufacturing Engineer to optimize high-volume production, improve quality, and reduce costs. The role collaborates with production, QA, and R&D to ensure efficient operations and manufacturability of new products.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in industrial/ manufacturing engineering with a strong background in process design, lean methodologies, and ERP/CAD tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 7 years in industrial or manufacturing engineering roles with process focus.
• Experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and cost reduction.
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems and ERP is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement manufacturing processes to meet targets and quality standards.
• Analyze production data to identify efficiency, cost, and waste reduction improvements.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and work instructions.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to troubleshoot issues.
• Apply lean principles to optimize workflow and throughput.
• Evaluate new equipment and technologies for future needs.
• Conduct time studies and capacity analyses to optimize resources.
• Train staff on new processes and quality requirements.
• Ensure safety compliance and adherence to quality policies.
• Support new product introductions for manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Process optimization

Continuous improvement

Analytical thinking

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical drawings interpretation

ERP familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD software

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading manufacturer of specialized industrial components, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Industrial Manufacturing Engineer to enhance their production capabilities in Benoni, Gauteng . This role is critical for optimizing manufacturing processes, improving product quality, increasing throughput, and reducing operational costs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in process design, implementation, and continuous improvement within a high-volume manufacturing environment. You will work closely with production teams, quality assurance, and R&D to ensure efficient and effective manufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact on production efficiency and product excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes to meet production targets and quality standards.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement in efficiency, cost, and waste reduction.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Collaborate with the engineering and production teams to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues.
• Implement and manage lean manufacturing principles and techniques to optimize workflow.
• Evaluate and recommend new manufacturing equipment and technologies.
• Conduct time studies and capacity analyses to optimize resource allocation.
• Train and mentor production staff on new processes and quality requirements.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company quality policies.
• Participate in new product introductions to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial or manufacturing engineering roles.
• Proven experience in process optimization, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing equipment, technologies, and methodologies.
• Proficiency in CAD software for layout and tooling design.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Familiarity with ERP systems is beneficial.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, a provident fund, and opportunities for professional development.
• Employees will benefit from a supportive and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and efficiency.
• Additional benefits include performance-related bonuses, paid annual leave, and access to ongoing training programs.
• The company is committed to employee well-being and offers a structured career path.