Job Summary :
Key Responsibilities :
o Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing projects across departments.
o Track project milestones, risks, and deliverables to ensure timely and successful completion.
o Support documentation and reporting of project outcomes and lessons learned.
o Participate in Kaizen workshops and initiatives to identify inefficiencies and propose solutions.
o Map processes, identify bottlenecks, and recommend improvements that reduce waste and increase value.
o Assist in monitoring the impact of improvement initiatives and tracking compliance.
o Collect, clean, and analyze business and operational data to generate insights.
o Support the development of dashboards, reports, and performance metrics to guide decision-making.
o Collaborate with BI and data teams to leverage analytics in process optimization.
o Explore and test innovative approaches, tools, and technologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
o Support pilots and proof-of-concept projects for new process solutions.
o Contribute creative ideas to support digital transformation, automation, and future business growth
Required Skills and Qualifications :
Mandatory : BSc / BEng in Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
Preferred : Certifications, or exposure to Lean Six Sigma, Project Management, or Data Analytics.
Recent graduate or up to 1 year of relevant internship / graduate program experience.
Exposure to data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, SQL, Python, or similar) is an advantage.
Participation in projects or process improvement initiatives during studies will be beneficial.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process-mapping skills.
Knowledge of Lean / Kaizen and continuous improvement principles.
Basic understanding of project management methodologies.
Proficiency in MS Office; exposure to BI tools preferred
6 Month Contract position that might turn to a permanent position.
Industrial Engineer • Johannesburg, South Africa