Industrial Engineer: Production

Job Description

This is an ideal position for an individual searching for an exciting career opportunity in a dynamic and rapidly growing global Agtech company. The Industrial Engineer position is a permanent position based in Wellington. This position will form part of the Production team.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Industrial Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical part in optimising our production processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring the highest standards of quality in our operations. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for continuous improvement and a strong ability to analyse complex systems and implement innovative solutions. The individual must have a strong people management skill set.

Main Responsibilities

- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in all operational activities.

- Drive the continuous improvement initiatives within the facility, striving for a World Class Manufacturing environment.

- Implement, optimise, and improve the plant processes to meet production goals and improve efficiency.

- Work with internal customers to solve their debottlenecking opportunities.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions.

- Troubleshoot process issues and develop effective solutions to minimise downtime and ensure optimal production.

- Develop and maintain process documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs).

- Analyse existing production and operational processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.

- Design and implement optimised workflows and processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve productivity.

- Conduct time studies, capacity analyses, and root cause analyses to address bottlenecks and improve throughput.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and supply chain, to align operational objectives.

- Provide training and support to employees on process improvements and new systems.

- Assist in the quality control process with a strong view to do root cause analysis.

- Utilise data analysis tools and techniques to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive decision-making.

- Lead initiatives to integrate new technologies and automation into production processes.

- Ad Hoc or other related duties as assign

Skills and Capabilities

- Excellent work ethic and good attention to detail

- Maintain high standards under pressure

- Able to make timely decisions

- Thorough understanding of processes, procedures, and systems

- Ability to function well both individually and as part of a team

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment

- Demonstrated leadership ability

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related field.

- 1–2 years of experience in process optimisation, manufacturing, or a similar role.

Experience

- Experience in the agricultural industry would be advantageous

- Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

- Experience with process simulation software and other industrial engineering tools.

Other specific requirements

- Full professional proficiency in Afrikaans and English (speaking and writing)

- High proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)