Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Gauteng Hybrid On-Site

Division

Services and Projects

Job Family

Services

Reporting To

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Job Purpose

The purpose of an Industrial Engineer is to analyse operations, design workflows and production processes that reduce inefficiency, and ensuring that final products meet the established quality standards.

Strategic imperatives that inform the role

The design and implementations of efficient processes and systems that maximize productivity, reduce wastefulness and production issues. Drive processes that are cost-efficient, high product and streamline operations across the supply chain.

Internal Customers

Project Managers, Tech Teams, Operational Teams

External Customers

Suppliers, and external clients

Job Performance Criteria

Balance Scorecard	Output	Key Actions
Operational	Process Optimization	Reviewing production schedules, processes, specifications, and related information to obtain knowledge of manufacturing methods, procedures, and activities. Designing production processes that maximize efficiency and reduce waste. Developing and implementing process improvements and technological upgrades. Designing control systems to minimize costs and production issues. Design efficient operational layouts to minimize travel time and improve inventory management. Optimize transportation routes to reduce fuel consumption, delivery time, and costs.
	Quality Control	Evaluate precision and accuracy of production and testing equipment and engineering drawings to formulate corrective action plan. Analyse statistical data and product specifications to determine standards and establish quality and reliability objectives of finished product
	Personnel Management	Assess operations sequence, material flow, functional statements, organization charts, and project information to determine worker functions and responsibilities. Training staff for new processes and providing instructions and manuals. Direct workers engaged in product measurement, inspection, and testing activities to ensure quality control and reliability.
	Data management	Formulate sampling procedures and designs and develop forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data. Record or oversee recording of information to ensure currency of engineering drawings and documentation of production problems.
	Vendor Management	Complete purchase orders, and material, tool, and equipment lists. Schedule deliveries based on production forecasts, material substitutions, storage and handling facilities, and maintenance requirements Regulate and alter workflow schedules according to established manufacturing sequences and lead times to expedite production operations.
	Performance Monitoring and Reporting	Develop KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) to track logistics performance (e.g., order accuracy, on-time delivery). Use simulation and predictive modeling to test different logistics strategies before implementation. Managing process documentation and preparing operational reports.

Competency Requirements

Knowledge

Knowledge of production processes, costs, quality control, raw materials, and other methods for maximizing the efficient manufacture and distribution of goods.
Knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.
Knowledge of the ways various systems interact and how changes in operations, the environment and other conditions will affect outcomes.

Technical Skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
Documentation and organization skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD.
Knowledge of production machinery, processes, and standards.

Behavioural Competency

Integrity
Sense of urgency
Accountable
Accurate
Proactive
Passion
Interpersonal sensitivity
Lead by example
Respect
Trustworthy
Teamwork
Motivated
Willingness to learn and continually improve/grow

Qualifications and experience requirements

BSc Engineering or BEng (Industrial)
Certifications – ECSA Candidate Engineer
0 – 2 years’ experience or related business experience

Industrial Engineer