Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Lean & Process Optimizer

Placements24

Upington

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performanceBon
Medical and retirement benefits
Professional development opportunities
Generous paid time off and holidays
Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, South Africa, seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to optimize processes and drive efficiency and quality in our manufacturing facility.

You will work with production teams to implement best practices, lead lean and Six Sigma initiatives, develop SOPs, and support QA to meet standards. The role offers opportunities for professional development and career growth in a challenging, rewarding environment.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering required.
  • At least 5 years in manufacturing or process engineering.
  • Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze manufacturing operations to identify bottlenecks and improvements.
  • Design and implement new processes, tooling, and equipment.
  • Lead lean projects and Six Sigma initiatives.
  • Develop SOPs and work instructions for processes.
  • Collaborate with QA to meet standards.
  • Provide technical training to production personnel.

Skills

Lean manufacturing
Six Sigma
Data analysis
Problem solving
Kaizen
Value stream mapping
5S
CAD software
Manufacturing simulation tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software
Manufacturing simulation tools

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, South Africa, seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to optimize processes and drive efficiency and quality in our manufacturing facility.

You will work with production teams to implement best practices, lead lean and Six Sigma initiatives, develop SOPs, and support QA to meet standards. The role offers opportunities for professional development and career growth in a challenging, rewarding environment.

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