Senior Production Systems Engineer — Automation & Lean

Placements24

Kempton Park

On-site

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Production Systems Engineer in Gauteng to spearhead design, implementation, and optimization of advanced production systems. You will drive automation, robotics integration, and data-driven improvements to maximize throughput and minimize costs.

The role requires a Master's in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering with at least 7 years of progressive experience, including leadership.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
  • 7+ years in industrial engineering with 3+ years in leadership in manufacturing.
  • Proven expertise in production systems design, simulation, and optimization.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design, development, and implementation of advanced production systems and workflows.
  • Oversee integration of automation, robotics into manufacturing processes.
  • Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and drive improvements.
  • Develop and manage capacity planning initiatives to meet demand.
  • Ensure safety, quality, and environmental compliance across systems.
  • Mentor and guide a team of industrial and production engineers.
  • Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering for reliability.

Skills

Production systems design
Automation & robotics
Lean Six Sigma
Data analysis
Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SPC

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Production Systems Engineer in Gauteng to spearhead design, implementation, and optimization of advanced production systems. You will drive automation, robotics integration, and data-driven improvements to maximize throughput and minimize costs.

The role requires a Master's in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering with at least 7 years of progressive experience, including leadership.

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