Senior Lean Process Optimization Engineer – Hybrid

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Híbrido; ZAR 600.000 - 1.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary package

Medical aid & retirement contributions

Training & development

Generous leave

Hybrid work arrangement

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg seeks a Senior Process Optimization Engineer to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and boost productivity. You will lead lean manufacturing initiatives, use data-driven insights, and collaborate across production, quality, and management.

The role emphasizes hands-on shop floor analysis with strategic planning, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• 5–7 years in industrial engineering, process improvement, or operations in manufacturing.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance quality.
• Lead lean and Six Sigma initiatives and other CI methodologies.
• Design and optimize layouts to maximize throughput and minimize waste.
• Use data analytics to monitor performance and predict issues.
• Collaborate with production to troubleshoot and implement corrective actions.
• Develop SOPs, process documents, and training materials.
• Evaluate new technologies, equipment, and software for operations.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources for improvement projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide cross‑functional teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regs.

Conocimientos

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Project management

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's in Industrial/Mechanical Eng

Master's degree (advantage)

Herramientas

Minitab

Excel

Simulation tools

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg seeks a Senior Process Optimization Engineer to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and boost productivity. You will lead lean manufacturing initiatives, use data-driven insights, and collaborate across production, quality, and management.

The role emphasizes hands-on shop floor analysis with strategic planning, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring safety and environmental compliance.