Industrial Engineer

Location:

Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering
• 35 years experience in manufacturing, supply chain or industrial engineering environments
• Strong understanding of:
  
  • Manufacturing processes (labour, machine utilisation, yields, scrap, rework, capacity)
  • Supply chain operations and raw material flow
  • Cost modelling and variance analysis (standard vs actual costing)
  • ERP/MRP systems (BOMs, routings, inventory and costing structures)
• Advanced Excel skills (Power BI advantageous)
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Commercially aware with strong analytical and data interpretation skills
• Comfortable working across shop floor operations, suppliers and senior management
• Knowledge of GMP and Health & Safety standards within a manufacturing environment
• Passion for packaging innovation and sustainable manufacturing

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse manufacturing processes to identify efficiency and cost optimisation opportunities
• Conduct time studies, work measurement and process mapping
• Develop and maintain end-to-end product cost models
• Support pricing strategies, tenders and commercial negotiations
• Analyse cost variances and provide actionable insights
• Drive ERP data accuracy, governance and system integrity (BOMs, routings, costing)
• Build and maintain cost, performance and operational dashboards
• Lead continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives
• Apply Lean and Industrial Engineering tools to improve efficiency and profitability
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, IT and Commercial teams
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, GMP and Food Safety Management Systems
• Contribute to strategic decision-making through accurate operational and financial analysis

How to Apply:

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