Senior Operations Engineer — Lean Leadership & Process Innovation

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Performance bonuses

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) is seeking a Senior Operations Engineer to lead and optimize manufacturing and logistics processes. You will drive efficiency, implement strategic improvements, and ensure seamless execution across the operations network while mentoring cross‑functional teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering with 7+ years in operations leadership, and strong Lean, Six Sigma, and Theory of Constraints expertise to deliver tangible

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in operations engineering or related leadership role.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize daily operational processes to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives for continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Lead projects related to process redesign, automation, and system integration within operations.
• Analyze operational data and metrics to identify trends and root causes of issues.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to junior engineers and operational teams.
• Collaborate with management and other departments to align goals with business objectives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Theory of Constraints

Job description

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) is seeking a Senior Operations Engineer to lead and optimize manufacturing and logistics processes. You will drive efficiency, implement strategic improvements, and ensure seamless execution across the operations network while mentoring cross‑functional teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering with 7+ years in operations leadership, and strong Lean, Six Sigma, and Theory of Constraints expertise to deliver tangible