Industrial Engineer

2 days ago

Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa Placements24 Full-time R 600,000 - R 900,000/year

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Industrial Engineer focused on Operations Excellence to join their team, supporting operations remotely with occasional travel. This role will drive significant improvements in efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness across various operational sites. You will analyze business processes, identify areas of waste, and implement data-driven solutions and best practices. This is a key position for an engineer passionate about continuous improvement and shaping the future of operational performance within the organization, working autonomously and collaboratively across distributed teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze operational processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop actionable improvement plans.
  • Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and enhance productivity.
  • Develop and maintain operational dashboards and performance metrics to track progress.
  • Facilitate and lead virtual workshops and training sessions on process improvement techniques.
  • Collaborate with site leadership and operational teams to ensure successful implementation of initiatives.
  • Conduct remote analysis of plant layouts and workflows to suggest optimal configurations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a strong focus on operations improvement.
  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent experience required.
  • Proven ability to analyze complex data and translate it into effective improvement strategies.
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills for virtual environments.
  • Experience with process mapping software and project management tools.

Benefits

  • Highly competitive salary and remote work stipend.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous allowance for home office setup and continuous learning.
  • Flexible working hours to accommodate global teams.
  • Opportunity to drive strategic operational changes across the company.