Industrial Engineering Lead

Recruiter:

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref:

E.L003084/BG

Date posted:

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Location:

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable Monthly

SUMMARY:
New Vacancy!! Our leading client in the Automotive Sector is looking to employ an Industrial Engineering Lead to join their dynamic team in Pietermaritzburg.

POSITION INFO:
Job Responsibilities:

Project Management:

Oversee the planning, execution, and closing of MPTs implementation projects.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Conduct project risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and manage expectations.
Adhere SLA’s requirements and specifications to understand business requirements.
Ensure adherence to project and timing plan in line with product development timing programs

Elimination of Waste:

Implement and manage manufacturing improvements in line with delegated projects.
Driving the business manufacturing excellence strategy by deploying lean principles in line with agreed projects.
Identify, evaluate & implement improvement idea that result in tangible improvements in productivity, elimination of waste and deliver the objectives set out in the 4 pillar strategy
Effective management and deployment of resource in line with delegated areas and projects
Review PQs Monthly

Continuous improvement:

Manage A3 problem solving activity to eliminate waste & improve production within areas of control
Manage ME data
Manage continuous improvement projects

5s and Safety/Environment:

Comply with SHEMS procedures & requirements.
Manage and improve 5s in the plant according to the 5s Audit sheet
Manage and improve safety within the working area and meet safety targets for that area

Quality:

Implement & uphold quality standards to reduce defects within the plant, as per targets defined by the quality control board
Quality Management: Engage with internal/external customers and respond to concerns/requests raised by the customer.
Part Quality: Responsible for delegated elements of APQP process.

Job Requirements:

3-5 years relevant experience preferably in the Automotive Industry
Grade 12 or equivalent
Diploma: Industrial Engineering

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