Continuous Improvement Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES027268/RS

Date posted:

Monday, July 27, 2026

Location:

Rosslyn, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you an experienced Industrial Engineering professional with a passion for Lean Manufacturing, process optimisation, and operational excellence? We are seeking a highly skilled Continuous Improvement Technician to lead improvement initiatives across our manufacturing plant, driving productivity, quality, efficiency, and cost reduction.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a strategic role in transforming manufacturing operations through engineering innovation, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement methodologies.

POSITION INFO:
Are you an experienced Industrial Engineering professional with a passion for Lean Manufacturing, process optimisation, and operational excellence? We are seeking a highly skilled Continuous Improvement Technician to lead improvement initiatives across our manufacturing plant, driving productivity, quality, efficiency, and cost reduction. This is an exciting opportunity to play a strategic role in transforming manufacturing operations through engineering innovation, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement methodologies. Key Responsibilities Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing plant to improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost performance. Analyse manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to eliminate waste, improve workflow, and optimise production. Apply Industrial Engineering principles to enhance operating performance and reduce production delays. Develop and implement improved manufacturing methods, production systems, and material handling processes. Design and improve plant layouts, workstation configurations, and production flow using MS Visio . Plan, coordinate, and maintain manufacturing information systems and production data. Monitor production performance and identify bottlenecks, backlogs, and process inefficiencies. Support production teams by resolving operational challenges using Industrial Engineering techniques. Develop management control systems, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and best practice processes. Generate KPI reports, production performance dashboards, and cost analysis reports. Monitor paint usage, rework costs, and production efficiency metrics. Estimate production costs and support financial planning initiatives. Evaluate manufacturing equipment and recommend process improvements. Coordinate material movement from raw material receipt through to finished product. Support production scheduling, quality improvement, and maintenance planning. Process internal purchasing requisitions and production-related transactions. Promote Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the plant. Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to achieve operational excellence. Minimum Requirements Grade 12 (Matric). Tertiary Qualification in Industrial Engineering . Valid Code 8 Driver's Licence. Minimum 10 years' experience in Industrial Engineering or Continuous Improvement within a manufacturing environment. Minimum 10 years' experience in the trailer manufacturing or heavy production industry . Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, production optimisation, and quality management principles. Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office. Proficiency in MS Visio for plant layout and process design. Advantageous Postgraduate Qualification in Industrial Engineering. Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or World Class Manufacturing (WCM) methodologies. Knowledge of ERP systems and manufacturing reporting tools. Please send your cv to

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