Senior Operations Engineer

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 950,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Professional development

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Senior Operations Engineer in Queenstown to optimize production systems, drive efficiency, and ensure high-quality output through data-driven improvements. You will analyze complex operational challenges and lead their implementation across multiple departments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, applying Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies, and delivering measurable performance gains in

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in operations engineering or process improvement.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven experience in managing complex operational projects and leading teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and redesign of production systems to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop and implement Lean Manufacturing strategies to minimize waste and maximize throughput.
• Oversee process validation and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on operational projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and identify areas for proactive intervention.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Operations Engineer to join their team in Queenstown . This role is integral to optimizing our operational processes, driving efficiency, and ensuring high-quality output. You will be responsible for analyzing complex operational challenges, developing innovative solutions, and leading their implementation across various departments. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in industrial engineering and a passion for continuous improvement within a challenging production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and redesign of production systems to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop and implement Lean Manufacturing strategies to minimize waste and maximize throughput.
• Oversee process validation and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on operational projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and identify areas for proactive intervention.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations engineering or process improvement.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing , Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven experience in managing complex operational projects and leading teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Benefits

• Excellent salary package and performance bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Extensive professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment in Queenstown .