Job Description
Who will you be working with?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. Whether it's freight rail, transit, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people - together - are accelerating the future of transportation.
Role: Industrial Engineering Manager
Location: Johannesburg
How will you make a difference?
The Industrial Engineering Manager will lead continuous improvement initiatives across operations and supply chain using Lean, Six Sigma, and digital transformation. Drive process optimization, skills development, and strategic planning to enhance productivity, quality, and compliance.
What will your typical day look like?
- Lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to eliminate waste and improve productivity
- Analyze processes to identify bottlenecks and drive improvements
- Develop and implement standardized work and SOPs
- Lead SQDIP and value stream reviews with plant teams
- Implement process improvements aligned with PFMEA standards
- Collaborate cross-functionally to promote continuous improvement
- Track performance through KPIs and metrics
- Drive automation and digital transformation initiatives
- Support new product introductions and technology transfers
- Ensure compliance with GMP, CPA, and quality systems
- Conduct audits and implement corrective actions
- Report performance insights to senior leadership
- Plan long-term resource requirements (facilities, equipment, workforce)
- Lead change management and adoption of new processes
- Develop training plans and support continuous learning
What do we want to know about you?
- Tertiary Qualification (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial), and/or Engineering
- Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Project Management
- Proven experience in process mapping and methodology optimization.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen principles.
- Experience in developing and optimizing standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Ability to analyze workflows and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills
If you don’t have all the above criteria don’t worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values and always put people first and strive to expand what is possible.
Apply today! #LI-PROMOTEDJOBS
Legal authorisation to work in the South Africa is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
*Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalised agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.
Additional Information
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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