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Join One of Newcastle’s Largest Employers as an Industrial Engineer
Step into a legacy of innovation and excellence! Our client, a proudly South African manufacturer, has been a cornerstone of the local economy for over 80 years. As one of the biggest employers in Newcastle, this company is known for producing top-quality schoolwear and corporate wear under some of the most trusted brands in the industry.
With a rich history rooted in community upliftment and decades of growth, they’ve built a high-tech, people-driven operation that blends tradition with modern manufacturing. Today, their factory spans more than 26,000 square meters and employs nearly 1,400 people during peak periods. Their success is built on quality—quality people, quality systems, and quality products—servicing over 1,300 customers across Southern Africa.
If you’re ready to contribute your engineering expertise to a company that values precision, innovation, and people, this is the opportunity for you.
The Industrial Engineer will be responsible for analyzing and optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and ensure product quality. This role requires a proactive individual with a strong background in industrial engineering within the textile industry
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a team of Industrial Engineers
- Analyze and optimize textile manufacturing processes and workflows
- Implement and maintain lean manufacturing principles
- Conduct time and motion studies to enhance production efficiency
- Develop and oversee quality control systems to ensure product standards
- Coordinate with production managers and other departments to streamline operations
- Design and implement cost-saving measures and waste reduction strategies
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company standards
- Prepare and present production reports to stakeholders.
- Evaluate and integrate new technologies to improve manufacturing processes
- Provide training and guidance to production staff on best practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Textile Engineering, or a related field (Only B.Eng will be considered)
- Proven experience in industrial engineering
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and practices
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Proficiency in relevant software tools and technologies
Location Requirement: Candidates must reside in Newcastle, KZN, or be willing to relocate to the area
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
